Investigation Underway into Alleged Aadhaar Misuse Tagging Ludhiana Man as Drug User
Tarsem Bhardwaj, a resident of Beeja village in Ludhiana district, alleges fraudulent use of his Aadhaar card to obtain 98 buprenorphine tablets, leading to his name being wrongly listed as a drug user on a government de-addiction portal. Despite testing negative for narcotics, his complaint faced delays and inconsistent responses from police. An RTI activist has filed a complaint with the Punjab State Human Rights Commission, prompting assurances from the DIG Ludhiana for a detailed investigation and action against responsible officials.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 20%, Centre 72%, Right 8%). Overall sentiment is negative (32/100). Lens Score 48/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- thetribune— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- hindustantimes— balanced framing, negative sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present perspectives from the victim, law enforcement, and a human rights activist, focusing on administrative delays and accountability. Coverage highlights concerns over official negligence and procedural lapses without partisan framing, reflecting a focus on governance and citizen rights rather than political agendas.
The tone across the articles is primarily critical and concerned, emphasizing the victim's distress and institutional shortcomings. While there is a call for justice and corrective action, the sentiment remains measured, avoiding sensationalism and focusing on procedural issues and the need for investigation.
How 2 sources covered this story
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