
In Bareilly district's Mohammadganj village, police detained 12 people for offering namaz in a vacant house without official permission, following complaints from villagers and a video circulating on social media. Authorities said the house was allegedly used as a temporary madrasa for several weeks without valid documents. The detainees were charged under breach of peace laws and later granted bail. Police emphasized maintaining peace and warned against unauthorized religious gatherings. Efforts continue to locate three others absconding in connection with the case.
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