CBI Files Case Against Idul Islam for Alleged Forgery Involving PM's Photograph
Even before the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad arrested him, Idul Islam faced serious legal trouble from the Central Bureau of Investigation. The CBI's Delhi unit booked him in December 2025 in a separate criminal case. This case involves allegations of forgery and misuse of the Prime Minister's photograph.
FIR Registered Following PMO Complaint
Official records show the CBI's Special Crime Branch in New Delhi registered an FIR on December 18, 2025. The case centers on the alleged illegal use of the PM's photograph on letterheads of an organization called Bharat Pratikarth Sewa Sangh.
The FIR came after a complaint forwarded by the Prime Minister's Office. An RTI application had first raised concerns about unauthorized use of the PM's image.
Organization Used PM's Photo Without Approval
A preliminary CBI inquiry revealed troubling details. The organization, registered in 2021, had adopted letterheads featuring photographs of the Prime Minister alongside Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore. They did this without obtaining mandatory central government approval.
Investigators discovered multiple letters issued between 2021 and 2023 carried these prohibited emblems. The letters allegedly served to project official legitimacy for the organization's activities.
Letter Linked to Chhangur Baba Appointment
One particular letter dated January 17, 2023, drew special attention. This letter was addressed to Jamaluddin, also known as Chhangur Baba. It appointed him as 'Awadh Prant Pramukh' of Bharat Pratikarth Sewa Sangh.
The CBI alleges Idul Islam signed this letter as general secretary. Investigators claim he also used digitally cropped signatures of another office-bearer named Shrikant Shrivas. These actions amount to charges of forgery and use of forged documents as genuine.
Repeated Violations of Emblems Act
The inquiry established further violations. Idul Islam and co-accused Shrikant Shrivas repeatedly used the forged letterheads. Their actions violated provisions of the Emblems and Names Act, which protects national symbols from unauthorized use.
Based on these findings, the CBI registered a regular case. They entrusted the investigation to an inspector of their Delhi unit for thorough examination.
CBI to Question Idul Islam Soon
Sources indicate a CBI unit plans to question Idul Islam in the near future. This development comes alongside his arrest by the UP ATS in a separate case involving alleged religious conversion and property syndicate activities linked to Chhangur Baba.
The dual legal challenges highlight the serious nature of allegations against Idul Islam. Both cases involve complex investigations that authorities continue to pursue.
