Archive · 15 Jan 2026
WhatsApp Message Sparks FIRs in Mangaluru
In Mangaluru, a message on WhatsApp went viral, saying that the city might become like Bangladesh.
It talked about a canteen and shops, claiming illegal things were happening.
The police said this was false and dangerous.
They found out the family mentioned in the message had bought their property legally a long time ago.
The police warned people not to spread such messages and said they would take strict action against those who do.
They also asked people to report any concerns to them directly instead of spreading rumors.
A viral WhatsApp message claimed Mangaluru could turn into 'Mini Bangladesh' and alleged illegal activities near Rao and Rao Circle.
The message accused the police of inaction and urged Hindus to 'wake up', prompting two FIRs to be registered.
Police investigations revealed the targeted family had legally purchased property in 2014, and names or language cannot justify branding someone an illegal immigrant.
The City Police Commissioner warned that such messages could lead to mob violence and appealed to the public to report concerns through official channels.
The police emphasized that illegal stay would not be tolerated, but vigilantism would be dealt with firmly, and assaulting anyone is a crime.
- Who
- Two individuals who spread the viral WhatsApp message
- What
- A message claiming Mangaluru could turn into 'Mini Bangladesh' and alleging illegal activities
- When
- Recently, with FIRs registered following the incident
- Where
- Mangaluru, India
- Why
- To warn about alleged illegal immigration and police inaction, which the police deemed inflammatory and potentially dangerous
- Location
- Mangaluru
- Issue
- Viral WhatsApp message
- Content
- Claims of illegal immigration and police inaction
- Legal Action
- Two FIRs registered
- Police Warning
- Caution against rumour-mongering and vigilantism
- Property Purchase
- Family legally bought property in 2014
- Police Appeal
- Report concerns through official channels