Maulana Abdullah Salim Chaturvedi Arrested after a controversial remark about the mother of Yogi Adityanath triggered protests and legal action. The cleric was detained from Purnia district in Bihar by the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force. Maulana Abdullah Salim Chaturvedi Arrested following allegations that he made the remark during a religious gathering in the state.
The controversy began when a video from a Ramzan event went viral on social media. In the video, the cleric allegedly used inappropriate language while referring to the chief minister’s elderly mother. The clip quickly spread online and drew criticism from several political leaders and groups.
Police later registered cases in districts such as Bahraich and Balrampur in Uttar Pradesh. Authorities invoked sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including charges related to promoting enmity and hurting sentiments.
Following the complaints, the STF detained Salim from Purnia and took him to Uttar Pradesh for questioning. Officials said the investigation is ongoing and further legal action may follow.
