Nuns’ Arrest Sparks Chhattisgarh Row: BJP Assures Bail, Congress Alleges Religious Targeting
Two nuns were arrested in Chhattisgarh on Friday, August 1, 2025, on charges of human trafficking and forced religious conversion. The arrest has ignited a political firestorm in the state.
BJP state chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar intervened, asserting the arrests were a misunderstanding. He confidently predicted their imminent release on bail.
Chandrasekhar further stated that both the Prime Minister and Home Minister had assured him of no opposition to the bail application.
However, the Congress-led opposition UDF sharply criticized the BJP, alleging the arrests were part of a larger pattern of attacks targeting the Christian community.
The incident underscores the rising religious tensions in Chhattisgarh and highlights the delicate balance between law enforcement and the protection of religious freedoms. The outcome of the bail application will be closely watched, impacting the political narrative in the state.
