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Crime
KC Venugopal asks Amit Shah to arrest assailants in Christian assault case
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 25 Oct 2026, 05:31 AM
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Law Minister KC Venugopal has called on Home Minister Amit Shah to order the arrest of those accused of assaulting a Christian and forcing him to renounce his faith.
Law Minister KC Venugopal publicly urged Home Minister Amit Shah to ensure that the individuals accused of violently assaulting a Christian and pressuring him to abandon his religion are taken into custody. Venugopal highlighted the severity of the incident, describing it as an attack that not only violated personal safety but also targeted religious belief. He emphasized that swift legal action is essential to uphold the constitutional guarantee of freedom of faith.
The assault, reported earlier this week, involved a physical attack on a Christian individual who was allegedly forced to renounce his faith under threat. Local police have registered a case, but the accused remain at large, prompting Venugopal's appeal for federal intervention. He stressed that failure to act decisively could embolden similar hate‑driven crimes.
Amit Shah has not yet responded publicly, but the Home Ministry is expected to review the request and coordinate with state authorities to locate and arrest the perpetrators. The incident has sparked concern among minority community leaders, who are calling for stronger protection measures.
The development underscores ongoing tensions surrounding religious freedom in India and the government's responsibility to address hate crimes promptly. Authorities are urged to complete the investigation and bring the accused before the courts without delay.
The assault, reported earlier this week, involved a physical attack on a Christian individual who was allegedly forced to renounce his faith under threat. Local police have registered a case, but the accused remain at large, prompting Venugopal's appeal for federal intervention. He stressed that failure to act decisively could embolden similar hate‑driven crimes.
Amit Shah has not yet responded publicly, but the Home Ministry is expected to review the request and coordinate with state authorities to locate and arrest the perpetrators. The incident has sparked concern among minority community leaders, who are calling for stronger protection measures.
The development underscores ongoing tensions surrounding religious freedom in India and the government's responsibility to address hate crimes promptly. Authorities are urged to complete the investigation and bring the accused before the courts without delay.