Conversion Controversy: Arrests Made in Kannauj

Three individuals were arrested in Kannauj for allegedly attempting to convert villagers' faith through inducements. The complaint was filed under the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021. Materials linked to the alleged activities were seized during a police search. A detailed investigation is underway.

In Kannauj, three men have been apprehended for allegedly trying to persuade villagers to switch their faith through inducements, officials reported on Tuesday.

According to Superintendent of Police Vinod Kumar, a complaint was lodged by a Lohamad village resident in which Panna Lal, Vidhya Sagar, and Uma Shankar Dohre—residents of Karsaha village—were accused of attempting to lure others into changing their faith.

An FIR was registered at Thathiya police station under Sections 3 and 5(1) of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021, naming the three men. Police arrested all three and discovered religious materials at a site frequented by them. Authorities have launched a detailed investigation into the matter.

(With inputs from agencies.)