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An FIR was lodged against unidentified individuals for posting "objectionable" videos featuring Mahatma Gandhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on social media. The incident was brought to attention by Neha Singh Rathore, who shared the video from her X account @imrowdy_rathore on Tuesday.

Neha Singh Rathore, who identifies as a nationalist and social activist, condemned the use of edited videos involving prominent figures to gain cheap popularity. She particularly criticised the portrayal of Yogi Adityanath, stating that his efforts for women's empowerment in Uttar Pradesh were being disrespected.

The X user also posted a video showing Mahatma Gandhi, PM Narendra Modi and CM Yogi Adityanath dancing and singing with a woman to a Bhojpuri song, raising questions about the Ballia police's inaction. Police are currently investigating the matter, with legal action expected to follow.

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"The popular and successful Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath Ji Maharaj has made many efforts for the honour and security and empowerment of women of his state. How some cheap street reelers are using Yogi Ji for a few views. Not only this, how the videos of Prime Minister and Mahatma Gandhi are being edited and uploaded for cheap popularity," she wrote.

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Additional Superintendent of Police Anil Kumar Jha stated that the complaint, filed by Praveen Singh, head of the media cell at Cyber Thana, led to the registration of the FIR under sections of the Information Technology Act and an investigation is underway to apprehend the accused.