Congress Delegation Challenges NIA's Involvement in Nun's Arrest

A Congress delegation from Kerala has arrived in Chhattisgarh to meet two nuns arrested on charges of human trafficking and forced religious conversion. The nuns, Preethi Mary and Vandana Francis, were taken into custody following a complaint by a Bajrang Dal member.

The delegation argues that the Durg sessions court's decision to refer the case to the NIA is a strategic move to complicate the legal process and delay bail. They assert that the nuns have been unjustly targeted for their work among the poor in tribal regions.

The arrests have sparked a political debate, with Congress and CPI(M) accusing the ruling party of orchestrating religious persecution. Criticism extends to how the local police handled the case. Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh's Chief Minister accuses the opposition of playing politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)