Balasore Youth Arrested for Instagram Harassment
Jharsuguda Cyber Police have arrested a 21‑year‑old youth, Chitrasen Meher alias Chaitu, from Balasore district for allegedly creating multiple fake Instagram profiles to harass a young woman.
According to police, Meher edited the victim’s photos and uploaded obscene content along with threatening messages through five fake accounts.
The victim, a resident of Rengali in Jharsuguda, discovered the profiles on May 23 and lodged a complaint at the Cyber Police Station.
A case was registered on May 24 under relevant sections of the IPC and IT Act.
Technical analysis and digital evidence traced the accounts back to Meher, leading to his arrest.
He was produced in court, and further investigation is underway to determine if others were involved.
Authorities emphasised that the case highlights growing concerns over cyber harassment and misuse of social media platforms in Odisha.
