In Tanakpur, Uttarakhand, a resident filed a formal FIR at the Kotwali police station of Champawat district, claiming that a man pretended to share her faith, befriended her, and later forced her to convert to Islam and marry him. Police acted swiftly, registering the case and taking the accused into custody.
Details of the Allegations
The complainant states that the accused initially introduced himself as a Hindu and cultivated a close friendship. As the bond deepened, she discovered that he was actually a Muslim. Upon learning his true religious identity, she alleges he began urging her to adopt Islam and to tie the knot with him.
She also alleges that the suspect threatened to upload intimate photographs of her on social media if she refused his demands, adding intimidation to the alleged pressure.
Police Action and Ongoing Inquiry
Champawat police treated the complaint with high priority. Following directives from the Superintendent of Police, investigators logged the matter under the relevant statutes and launched a comprehensive probe.
During the investigation, authorities collected statements, digital evidence, and pertinent documents. After reviewing the material, they proceeded with an arrest that complied with procedural norms.
Identity of the Accused
The individual detained has been identified as Nishad Khan, son of Naseeb Hussain, a 22‑year‑old resident of Manihargoth, Tanakpur.
The case remains under active investigation. Officials have emphasized that the judicial process will determine the factual matrix, and any further steps will be guided by the evidence uncovered.
