‘Verify, Then Speak’: UP, Bengal Cops Rubbish Mehbooba’s Claims Of ‘Arrest Of Muslim CJP Protesters’ | Exclusive
‘Verify, Then Speak’: UP, Bengal Cops Rubbish Mehbooba’s Claims Of ‘Arrest Of Muslim CJP Protesters’ | Exclusive Reported By, Last Updated: July 27, 2026, 16:44
‘Verify, Then Speak’: UP, Bengal Cops Rubbish Mehbooba’s Claims Of ‘Arrest Of Muslim CJP Protesters’ | Exclusive Reported By, Last Updated: July 27, 2026, 16:44 IST Prayagraj incident: According to top police sources, authorities in both states have explicitly denied that any arrests matching the narrative shared by Mufti had taken place Rapid Read Mehbooba Mufti at the CJP protest. (X) Senior police officials in Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal have rejected claims made by former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti regarding alleged arrests, stating that her assertions do not reflect the facts of the case. According to top police sources, authorities in both states have explicitly denied that any arrests matching the narrative shared by Mufti had taken place, directly contradicting the claims circulated on social media. WHAT MEHBOOBA MUFTI SAID ON X “Disturbing reports are emerging from Bihar, UP, West Bengal and other BJP ruled states of youth who participated in the Jantar Mantar protest being arrested.
Even more alarming are reports that the overwhelming majority of those targeted are Muslims. This comes despite J.P. Nadda’s assurance that all FIRs against the protesters would be withdrawn. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke must intervene, ensure this promise is honoured, and mobilise legal assistance for those facing prosecution," said her post on X. Disturbing reports are emerging from Bihar, UP, West Bengal and other BJP ruled states of youth who participated in the Jantar Mantar protest being arrested. Even more alarming are reports that the overwhelming majority of those targeted are Muslims. This comes despite J.P.…— Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) July 27, 2026 WHAT POLICE SAID Police clarified that the incident in Prayagraj involved the arrest of individuals following a private complaint alleging a car attack. Officials described the action as a routine law enforcement process carried out in accordance with legal procedures and said it was unrelated to the politically charged narrative presented online.
Senior officials cautioned that unverified claims by public figures on sensitive matters can undermine public trust, create unnecessary panic, and risk inflaming social tensions. 🚨STATEMENTWe are deeply concerned by multiple reports reaching us of students and other protestors being targeted, detained, or arrested by various state agencies, particularly in Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar. The Cockroach Janta Party had called off its nationwide protest… — Saurav Das (@SauravDassss) July 27, 2026 They emphasised that allegations suggesting selective targeting of specific communities should be based on verified facts and official information. Police sources further stated that leaders and public representatives have a responsibility to verify information with competent authorities before making public statements, particularly on issues that could have wider social implications. Officials added that the spread of premature or inaccurate claims can distract from genuine concerns and hinder efforts to promote accountability through factual reporting. They reiterated that the Prayagraj case was being handled as a matter arising from a private complaint and urged the public to rely on official updates rather than unverified social media narratives.
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