Tension in Pokaran: Arrests Over Yoga Day Post

Thirteen arrests were made in Pokaran, Rajasthan, due to unrest caused by an objectionable social media post related to International Yoga Day. The protest was led by Firoz Khan, and authorities emphasize zero tolerance for actions disrupting public peace. The situation is now reported as under control.

Tensions flared in Pokaran, Rajasthan, leading to the arrest of 13 individuals after an objectionable social media post regarding International Yoga Day surfaced, police reported Monday.

A man was detained for the contentious post early Sunday evening, causing a large crowd to gather at Pokaran Police Station, disrupting public order, according to officials.

Superintendent of Police Sudhir Chaudhary identified Firoz Khan, spouse of a local sarpanch, as the protest leader. He and five others were charged with obstructing government operations, with additional arrests made for disturbing peace. Officials assure the situation is now stable, while investigations to capture more suspects continue.

(With inputs from agencies.)