Five referred to prosecution over ‘ Kalyan slander’ on social media

Firm says authorities confirm person made false claims about the business online

Dubai Public Prosecution has directed Dubai Police to initiate criminal proceedings on charges of cyber crime and abuse using the internet and social media platforms against five persons of Indian origin, related to posts falsely claiming the UAE showrooms of Kalyan Jewellers were sealed and the owners arrested, Kalyan Jewellers said in a statement.

According to the company, investigations by Dubai Police have confirmed one of the persons manipulated and circulated false social media posts giving the impression that the gold jewellery sold by the brand is impure and fake. The firm added that the person has admitted during the investigation process that he had logged in and slandered the company. The investigation against the others is continuing, according to Kalyan Jewellers.

The legal action follows a complaint filed by Kalyan Jewellers before the Dubai Public Prosecution against spreading fake videos and false news on social media. The company said Dubai Police is working closely with the cybercrime department and is actively pursuing investigations to identify other possible perpetrators who had uploaded similar false videos or posts.

Kalyan Jewellers had immediately refuted the false claims by posting a statement on their official social media handles.

T. S. Kalyanaraman, chairman and managing director of Kalyan Jewellers, thanked the UAE’s legal system and Dubai Police for taking strict measures in preventing cyber crimes.