Rajasthan: Fake religious message sparks controversy, Devasthan Department committee admits it's false:

News Topical, Digital Desk : A fake religious message circulating on social media based on a routine review meeting of the Devasthan Department in Rajasthan on October 27 has sparked a major controversy. A committee formed to investigate the matter has declared the viral message false.

The investigation committee stated in its report that the viral message was fabricated, misleading, and inciting religious sentiments. The officials presented their views before the committee, headed by Devasthan Commissioner Kanhaiyalal Swami. People have begun to question the role of the RAS officer in the message controversy, as the officer is the administrator of all the groups from which the message was spread.

What did the officials say on the viral message?

After the viral message sparked controversy, officials clarified that no religious discussion took place at the meeting. The viral message was intended to tarnish the image of the government and the Devasthan Department.

The report also noted that the messages included the names of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and even the Chief Minister, which was not only misleading but also attempted to incite religious sentiments. The investigation also raised serious questions about the role of RAS officer Pankaj Ojha.

Questions raised on RAS officer

Questions have also been raised about the role of RAS officer Pankaj Ojha. It should be noted that Ojha was found to be the administrator of the WhatsApp groups on which the message went viral. The meeting was chaired by Samit Sharma, Secretary of the Devasthan Department.

Shortly after the meeting, this message went viral on social media. RAS officer Pankaj Ojha has denied any knowledge of the investigation committee or its report. Controversy is currently escalating over this message, but the committee has issued a clarification, calling it false and misleading.