Police in Bareilly questioned twelve local residents on Sunday for allegedly offering namaz on private premises. The individuals were later released without any arrests being made.
Police Response to Religious Activity
Superintendent of Police Anurag Arya confirmed that no arrests occurred in this matter. According to police sources, authorities issued strict warnings to all twelve people before releasing them.
Incident Details and Location
The incident took place at Mohammadganj village, which falls under the Visharatganj police station jurisdiction. Police received information last Friday about a group using private premises for religious activities.
A police officer explained their approach: "Considering the sensitivity of the matter and apprehending possible tension in the area, our team immediately rushed to the spot. After assessing the situation, we spoke with the people involved."
Preventive Measures Taken
To prevent future disturbances or law-and-order issues, police instructed all concerned persons not to repeat such activities at private places. The officer emphasized that this action aimed to maintain peace in the community.
All detained individuals are residents of the local area. The police response focused on dialogue and preventive warnings rather than punitive measures.