Uttar Pradesh police arrested a 24-year-old man, Mohammad Aqeel, on January 30th for allegedly committing sedition. Aqeel is from Narullapur village in Mirzapur. The arrest came after a video call Aqeel had with a Pakistani cleric, Maulana Mohammad Ali Mirza.
The video call was live-streamed and later circulated widely on social media. Authorities considered the content of the conversation to be seditious. As a result, police took Aqeel into custody under Section 152 of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). This law targets actions that are seen as a threat to India’s unity.
According to a police spokesperson, the matter is under thorough investigation. The police are working to determine the full extent of Aqeel’s involvement and the exact nature of the conversation. These charges highlight the strict legal rules about communicating with people from countries considered unfriendly to India.
This case brings up important questions about freedom of speech and the boundaries of what people can say online. The investigation is still in progress, and more details are expected to come out as it moves forward. The Uttar Pradesh police have emphasized their dedication to protecting national security and stopping activities that could cause trouble or threaten India’s independence.