Claiming that Ranya Rao is a multi-language actress and has respect in society, the complainant alleged in the FIR that BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal’s remarks against the actress were “objectionable, vulgar, and disrespectful.”

The government has said in Parliament that to combat this surge, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre has strengthened law enforcement capabilities with AI-driven tracking and monitoring of cybercrimes and cyber forensic laboratories

Nagpur remains under heightened security with curfew imposed on 30% of the city following violent clashes. Police have fortified sensitive areas and arrested over 50 suspects while 1,200 individuals are accused of involvement. Schools and colleges are shut, and extensive property damage has been reported.