Two weeks after an online mob issued rape and death threats against Hindu influencer Sharmistha, the Kolkata Police arrested her on Friday. Instead of targeting those responsible for threatening her life, including issuing chilling “Sar Tan Se Juda” (beheading) threats, Mamata Banerjee’s police force took action against Sharmistha herself.

The police reportedly traveled over 1,500 km to Gurgaon to arrest Sharmistha. Activist Sunaina Holey claimed they lacked proper documentation or warrants, but later secured a Magistrate's order. Sharmistha is now in Kolkata and will be presented before a court on Saturday at noon.

The controversy began on May 14 when a Pakistani Muslim handler online attempted to whitewash the Pahalgam terror attack, during which 24 Hindus were killed after their religious identity was confirmed by terrorists.