NIBONG TEBAL, Oct 16 (Bernama) — The trial of activist Arun Dorasamy, whose real name is Arumugam Dorasamy, on a charge of making a statement intended to cause public alarm via social media is set to begin on Feb 1, 2027, after the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) rejected his representation.
Deputy Public Prosecutor Airina Syazreen Zainurin informed Magistrate Balqis Roslin of the decision during proceedings at the Jawi Magistrate’s Court here today.
The prosecution is expected to call about seven witnesses during the trial. Arun is represented by lawyer T. Gunaseelan.
On March 17 this year, Arumugam, 56, claimed trial to a charge of posting a statement on his Instagram account which allegedly could incite public disorder.
The offence was allegedly committed at a shopping centre in Batu Kawan, South Seberang Perai, at 3.45 pm on March 12, 2025.
The statement reportedly called on Hindu organisation Pertubuhan Hindu Agamam Ani Malaysia to stage a street protest if no action was taken against independent preacher Zamri Vinoth over a controversial video involving three local radio presenters who were accused of mocking a religious festival.
Arumugam was charged under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code, which provides for a maximum jail term of two years, a fine, or both upon conviction.
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