LUCKNOW: Four people were arrested in connection with the incident involving the harassment of a Muslim family who were en route to the hospital during Holi celebrations. Law enforcement authorities have stated that the search for the remaining suspects is ongoing. This incident occurred in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh.
The young man was travelling with his wife and mother to the hospital on a scooter when the accused blocked their vehicle. The suspects proceeded to smear colour on their faces and douse them with water.
Footage of the incident has been made public, revealing a crowd obstructing the Muslim family, splashing coloured water on them while chanting "Jai Shri Ram" and "Happy Holi." Those responsible were arrested after the video went viral.
#UttarPradesh: In #Bijnor district, a Muslim family riding a bike was forcibly coloured. Bijnor police started the investigation. The SP directed to identify the boys seen in the video. (1/2)#Holi2024 #HoliFestival #HOLIHAI#HolikaDahan2024pic.twitter.com/dUjI7ejusE
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