A shocking incident of abduction and forced conversion has come to light from Nawada, Bihar. According to the police, a man identified as Musharraf Alam abducted a 16-year-old Hindu girl from the area and married her after converting her to Islam.
The accused then posted a picture of himself with the girl on social media, where she can be seen wearing a hijab. The incident came to light on April 25, 2023, when the girl’s family lodged a complaint with the Warisaliganj police station.
The police immediately launched an investigation into the matter and managed to track down the accused in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The minor was rescued by the police on May 9, 2023, and the accused was taken into custody.
The incident has sparked outrage in the local community, with people demanding strict action against the accused. The police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
The girl’s family has expressed their gratitude to the police for their swift action in rescuing their daughter. They have also appealed to the authorities to ensure that the accused is punished severely for his heinous crime.
This incident has once again highlighted the need for strict laws to prevent forced conversions and protect the rights of minors. The authorities must take immediate action to ensure that such incidents do not happen again in the future.
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