A disturbing social media post has fomented fear and tension in Dakshina Kannada’s Ullal town. The post, which traveled widely, threatened to carry out a bomb blast near the Ullal Masjid. Not long after this alarming message was posted on the district’s newsfeed, fear and panic permeated citizens’ every fiber of being in the district. Taking the matter under serious suspicion, the authorities registered a suo-motu case and commenced a police investigation.
The threat appeared in response to an Instagram account called Team Kalki as a comment on it. It was allegedly posted by a person named Shankar in response to a post related to Hindutva group member Suhas Shetty. The comment reportedly said: “Support me bro, I will carry out a bomb blast near Ullal Masjid.” It stirred the public opinion widely and frightened people everywhere once the remark became known.
Aware that this could be serious, Ullal Police filed a suo-motu case via Mangaluru Police Commissioner Sudhir Reddy. An FIR was filed on the spot and a specialized squad was established to trace and arrest the accused. Police officials said such threats on social media are dangerous and a major challenge to law and order.
In the end, however, Ullal and Mangaluru precautions took place to avoid any other such undesirable situation. The safety measures that were applied to the vicinity of the masjid and its surroundings were increased, the authorities said. The police issued a clear statement that stringent measures would be taken against anyone found guilty of disseminating such threatening messages.
The incident has sparked a wave of alarm among residents, showing how devastating and destructive misuse of social media can be. A single statement could disrupt public tranquility and incite hysteria. People must act responsibly, careless or malicious posts could lead to legal repercussions and tear community peace, police said.
The Ullal Masjid bomb threat demonstrates how perilous online comments can be when they cross the line to violence. Police have moved aggressively by declaring a suo‑motu case, creating a special team and tightening security. This incident serves as a reminder that the police will not tolerate threats that endanger public safety. Social media is a powerful tool but with a mix of misapplication and fear, it also can generate volatility. The message is clear: The perpetrators of the threats will face harsh legal action.
