Sourav Ganguly’s Legal Fight: YouTuber Faces Allegations Of Abusive Remarks

Sourav Ganguly, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, has recently been involved in two high-profile incidents. Last month, Ganguly, along with his wife Dona and daughter Sana, organized a candlelight vigil in Kolkata to seek justice for a victim in the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital case.

Police Complaint Against YouTuber

In a separate matter, Sourav Ganguly has lodged a formal complaint against Mrinmoy Das, a Bengali YouTuber known as Cinebap. The complaint, filed through Ganguly’s secretary Taniya Bhattacharya, accuses Das of using offensive language and making derogatory remarks about Ganguly in a social media video. The video reportedly includes inappropriate content related to the recent rape and murder case of a doctor in Kolkata, linking Ganguly to the controversy in a defamatory manner.

The complaint details the video as harmful and insulting, stating: “This individual has posted a video on a social media platform that targets Sourav Ganguly, using abusive language and making derogatory remarks, which are harmful to his reputation.”

Call for Legal Action

Bhattacharya’s complaint urges immediate legal action, highlighting the seriousness of cyberbullying and defamation. She requests the intervention of the cyber department to address the issue and ensure justice for Ganguly.

Ongoing Police Investigation

Police have confirmed that they are investigating the case as a potential instance of online harassment. A police officer noted: “We have received an email regarding the matter and are currently investigating it.” This situation underscores the growing concern of cyberbullying in today’s digital age.

Public Backlash and Criticism

Additionally, Sourav Ganguly has faced criticism for his remarks on the tragic incident at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, further adding to the media attention surrounding him.