Fateh Uddin, a resident of Sitapur, said he was coerced into the conversion by threats of implicating him on false charges of possessing arms
Team Clarion
NEW DELHI – A Muslim man has claimed that he was forcefully converted to Hinduism while in police custody on December 14.
Fateh Uddin, a resident of Sitapur in Uttar Pradesh, said he was coerced into the conversion by Sitapur Superintendent of Police and a prominent Hindutva leader. The two allegedly threatened Fateh Uddin with implicating him on false charges of possessing arms. He claims that he was also threatened with the destruction of his whole family if he refused to obey their dictates.
In a video that has gone viral on various social media platforms, Fateh Uddin said he staunchly resisted their overtures but gave in to their intense pressure and manipulation. He asserted that the conversion violated his personal beliefs and religious freedom.
The incident allegedly took place when local police officers detained Fateh Uddin in connection with an unspecified matter. During his time in custody, he claims that he was forced to undergo a ceremony in which he was converted to Hinduism against his will. The police officer in charge and the Hindutva leader involved allegedly threatened to implicate Fateh Uddin in false criminal cases if he refused to comply.
“I was threatened with dire consequences, including false charges that could ruin my life and destroy my family. They insisted that I convert to Hinduism or face severe repercussions,” media reports quoted him as saying.
The incident has sparked outrage among various communities and raised serious concerns about religious freedom and the misuse of power by authorities.
Local authorities have yet to respond to the allegations, but the matter has already attracted widespread attention, with many calling for immediate action.
