J-K Police Registers First WhatsApp e-FIR in Baramulla

J-K: Baramulla Police registers first-ever e-FIR via WhatsApp

ANI March 2, 2025 130 views

Baramulla Police have made history by registering their first-ever electronic First Information Report (e-FIR) through WhatsApp. The groundbreaking complaint involves a sexual harassment case filed by a government employee against a colleague. This digital approach marks a significant advancement in law enforcement accessibility and responsiveness. The investigation is currently ongoing, highlighting the police's commitment to leveraging technology for efficient reporting.

"Digital policing represents a significant step towards accessible and responsive law enforcement" - Baramulla Police Statement

Baramulla, March 2: In a significant step towards digital policing, Police Station Pattan in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir has registered its first electronic First Information Report (e-FIR) following a complaint lodged via WhatsApp on February 28, Baramulla Police said.

Key Points

First WhatsApp e-FIR in Baramulla district

Sexual harassment complaint against government employee

Innovative digital reporting mechanism

Police take prompt cognizance of complaint

The complaint was filed by a resident of Bemina, Srinagar (name withheld), a government employee in the Horticulture Department. The complaint is against Shakeel-Ur-Rehman, who is also a government employee in the same department.

The complainant has accused him of sexual harassment, attempted rape, and criminal intimidation.

After examining the complaint, the police took cognizance of the matter and registered an e-FIR under Case FIR No. 30/2025 under the relevant sections of law at Police Station Pattan.

The investigation is currently underway.

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Jammu and Kashmir Police Digital FIR WhatsApp Complaint Sexual Harassment Baramulla District Police Innovation