A case of religious conversion has come to light in Muzaffarnagar’s Jaroda village under the Mansurpur police station area, where police detained 12 people after receiving information about a gathering. The situation became tense after Bajrang Dal workers reached the spot and protested. Police later brought the situation under control and began an investigation. Officials said seven men and five women have been taken into custody for questioning. Three Bibles and some identity cards were also recovered from the spot.
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OpIndia accessed the FIR copy registered in the case. According to the FIR, the complaint was filed by Bajrang Dal district convener Ravi Choudhary, who claimed he received information on the morning of 5th July about a religious conversion programme being held at a warehouse owned by Rashid in Jaroda village.
The FIR, registered as No. 180 at 6:19 pm on 5th July at Mansurpur police station, invokes Sections 3 and 5(1) of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021. The complaint also mentions that people were allegedly being offered free medical treatment, money, financial help for marriage, house construction and other benefits to encourage them to convert.
The FIR names 14 accused: Rashid, Manish, Sanjiv, Sangeeta, Pooja, Monu, Ashu, Chandni, Sarita, Amrish, Kartik, Kanak, Shishpal and Praveen. Police said the search for the remaining accused is underway, and further legal action will be taken based on the investigation.
Complainant claims around 200 people were present
According to complainant Ravi Choudhary, around 200 people from nearby villages had gathered inside the warehouse. He claimed they were being persuaded to convert to Christianity by offering money, treatment for illnesses and other inducements. He also alleged that Rashid was leading the programme and that preparations were being made to construct a church at the location. Choudhary demanded strict action against everyone involved.
Police say the investigation is in progress
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sanjay Kumar Verma said police reached the spot immediately after receiving information. He said the preliminary inquiry found indications that people were being encouraged to convert by offering various benefits. Based on the complaint, a case has been registered at Mansurpur police station, and three police teams have been formed to arrest the accused.
The SSP added that the investigation is being carried out impartially and that strict action will be taken in accordance with the law once all the facts are established. He said no guilty person will be spared.
