Uttar Pradesh Police Crackdown: Cash Rewards Announced for Absconding Associates in Violent Clashes

Uttar Pradesh Police have announced cash rewards for information on seven absconding associates linked to IMC leader Tauqeer Raza, connected to violent clashes over 'I Love Muhammad' posters. Police have registered FIRs and launched special teams to arrest the accused. Over 80 individuals, including IMC leaders, have been detained.

The Uttar Pradesh Police are intensifying efforts to apprehend seven associates of Ittehade Millat Council (IMC) leader Tauqeer Raza following violent clashes over 'I Love Muhammad' posters last month. Authorities have declared a cash reward of Rs 15,000 for information leading to their arrest.

On September 26, tensions escalated in Bareilly when protests erupted over religious posters. Violence ensued as police intervened, resulting in numerous injuries. The chaos led to the registration of multiple FIRs, targeting several key IMC figures now on the run.

The search includes Ittehade Millat Council leaders like youth president Sajid Saklani, whose criminal cases span several city stations. Special police teams are actively pursuing leads, asserting that those responsible for inciting the riots will be brought to justice swiftly.

(With inputs from agencies.)