Controversy Over Indore Councillor's Alleged 'Love Jihad' Funding

Controversy surrounds absconding Indore city councillor Anwar Qadri, accused of funding 'love jihad'. A police reward encourages his arrest as political peers claim indictment was politically motivated. Qadri faces 18 criminal charges, including conspiracy to convert women through monetary incentives, a case which critics argue diverts public concerns from real issues.

Anwar Qadri, a Congress city councillor in Indore, has been charged with funding activities termed 'love jihad'. The police have offered a reward for information leading to his arrest as he has been absconding for nearly two months.

Political colleague Chintu Choukse claims Qadri has been falsely implicated by the ruling BJP to deflect public attention. Qadri is charged with conspiracy to convert women using financial incentives, and faces further pressure as the Indore Mayor moves to revoke his councillorship.

The police assert strong evidence links Qadri to the conversion conspiracy, with previous criminal charges against him adding weight to their allegations. Amid political claims of misuse of law enforcement, the situation reflects broader tensions in local governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)