Allegations of Custodial Murder Surface as Police Arrests Over Religious Expression Continue in India

Allegations of Custodial Murder Surface as Police Arrests Over Religious Expression Continue in India
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Two separate incidents across India have amplified concerns over alleged state overreach and the safety of the Muslim community. The incidents involve the death of a Muslim man in police custody in Mewat and the arrest of ten Muslims for publicly displaying religious posters, according to reports by Maktoob Media and Muslim Mirror.

In Mewat, a Muslim man reportedly died while in police custody after an alleged assault. The victim’s family has come forward, accusing the police of custodial murder following the incident, as reported by Maktoob Media. The circumstances surrounding the man’s death and the allegations of police brutality have led to calls for a thorough investigation into the matter.

Separately, ten Muslims were arrested in a different part of the country for showcasing “I Love Muhammad” posters and videos. According to Muslim Mirror, the arrests were made following the public display of these materials. These detentions highlight ongoing tensions over religious expression and the use of public order laws against the display of Islamic devotion, drawing criticism from rights groups who view the arrests as part of a pattern of harassment targeting the community.