The Maharashtra cyber crime branch has taken legal action against several e-commerce platforms after T-shirts featuring photos of notorious gangsters and terrorists were found for sale. The T-shirts, which depict Lawrence Bishnoi, a gangster with ties to several high-profile murders, and Dawood Ibrahim, a wanted terrorist involved in multiple terrorist attacks, were being sold on major platforms like Flipkart, AliExpress, TeeShopper, and Etsy.

These T-shirts, which appear to glorify the criminals by showcasing their images on casual apparel, have sparked outrage among the public and authorities alike. According to police sources, such products promote criminal lifestyles and risk having a detrimental effect on the younger generation.

Glorification of Criminal Figures in Merchandise

The police statement emphasized that selling such merchandise is harmful, as it trivializes the serious crimes committed by these individuals, normalizing the violence and criminal behavior associated with them. It was pointed out that this kind of idolization of criminals sends a dangerous message and can influence young minds to admire and even imitate unlawful behavior. The merchandise, which seemingly promotes casual clothing, is seen as an avenue to spread harmful messages that glamorize crime and violence.

Legal Action and FIR Filed

In response to the growing concern, the Maharashtra Cyber Department filed an FIR (First Information Report) under various provisions of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including sections 192 (wantonly giving provocation with intent to cause riot), 196 (promoting enmity between different groups), and 353 (public mischief). The FIR also includes provisions under the Information Technology Act.

The Maharashtra Cyber Department's action reflects the state's commitment to maintaining a safe digital environment and preventing content that could destabilize public peace. The FIR has been filed against both the sellers who listed these objectionable products and the platforms hosting the listings.

Conclusion: A Call to Action

The issue has raised broader concerns about the kind of content available for sale on e-commerce platforms, especially when it comes to items that could influence the values and actions of impressionable audiences. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible content regulation in the online space, where the line between creativity and harmful promotion of criminal behavior must be carefully maintained.

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