12 Muslim men detained for namaz ‘without permission’ in empty house in UP village

Police said the “precautionary action” was taken after receiving information from people in Mohammadganj village that a vacant house was allegedly being used as a “temporary madrasa” for the past several weeks.

The 12 detained persons were issued challans under sections related to breach of peace and later produced before a magistrate, who granted them bail. Efforts are underway to trace three other persons who are absconding, police said.

"Conducting any new religious activity or gathering without permission is a violation of the law. Strict action will be taken if such activities are repeated," SP (South) Anshika Verma was quoted as saying. She appealed to people to maintain peace and law and order.