Kerala CM Raises Reported Arrest of Priest With Madhya Pradesh CM
The appeal follows PTI reports that Father Godwin was detained over alleged religious conversion.
Overview
- Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan wrote to Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav seeking personal intervention in the case.
- Vijayan requested assurances that Father Godwin would face no harassment or arbitrary action by officials.
- The letter identifies Father Godwin as a native of Thiruvananthapuram who has engaged in charitable work in Madhya Pradesh.
- The reported arrest occurred in Jhabua and is linked to alleged religious conversion, according to the Kerala CM's office.
- The coverage is based on a statement from Vijayan's office carried by PTI, and no response or charge details from Madhya Pradesh authorities were reported.