Arrest of Preacher Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Conversion Activities

A Christian preacher named Anokhe Singh was arrested in a village on charges of conversion activities. Accused of promising government jobs and marriages, Singh's arrest followed a complaint by an RSS worker. Authorities are investigating further under relevant legal sections.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Pilibhit | Updated: 26-05-2026 01:06 IST | Created: 26-05-2026 01:06 IST
Arrest of Preacher Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Conversion Activities
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A Christian preacher has been apprehended by authorities in a village over accusations related to conversion activities, according to police reports.

Police claim the preacher was allegedly enticing individuals with promises of government jobs and matrimony to convert to Christianity. The activities reportedly took place in Jograjpur village.

The arrest was made following a complaint by Gaurav Gupta, a local RSS member, with the police registering a case under various sections including the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act. Authorities are delving deeper into the preacher's financial backing and operational methods.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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