Javed Mohammed

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Javed Mohammed is detained for his religious identity, criticizing religious freedom conditions, and community leadership role in protesting religious freedom conditions.

On June 11, 2022, police in Uttar Pradesh arrested Mohammed, a Muslim activist and community leader, after accusing him of organizing protests that turned violent against comments made by the then-active Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson perceived as insulting to the Prophet Muhammad and Islam. Authorities have referred to Mohammed as a key conspirator of the violence, despite Mohammed’s social media activity calling for peace and his prominent leadership role in the community. Mohammed had also been known for his involvement in protests against the Citizen Amendment Act (CAA) and criticism of the BJP and government officials. Mohammed’s wife and one of his daughters were also briefly detained the same day as his arrest.

On June 12, 2022, authorities demolished Mohammed’s home, claiming it was illegal.

On July 16, 2022, the Prayagraj administration reportedly invoked the National Security Act (NSA) against Mohammed.

In January 2023, the Allahabad High Court granted bail to Mohammed. However, he remained in prison pending other cases against him.