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Interfaith Couple Located After Mob Violence in Madhya Pradesh Village

Police restore order in Sanodha after unrest over elopement, as legal actions are prepared against rioters.

The police are searching for the accused, who is allegedly involved in illegal activities such as selling liquor, gambling, and satta operations.
Public demands kidnapping case be filed against accused but police register only missing report
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Overview

  • An interfaith couple eloped from Sanodha village on April 18, 2025, prompting the woman’s family to file a missing person report alleging abduction.
  • Rumors of abduction led to mob violence on April 19, with shops vandalized and torched, prompting the deployment of security forces to restore order.
  • Authorities have located the couple in Gwalior and are preparing to record their statements as part of the ongoing investigation.
  • Police are pursuing legal action against 200–250 unidentified individuals for arson and vandalism during the unrest.
  • BJP MLA Pradeep Lariya has characterized the incident as 'love jihad,' alleging the man has a criminal background and ties to illegal activities.