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Tensions Ease in Madhya Pradesh Village After Interfaith Couple Found

Security forces have restored order in Sanodha following mob violence over an alleged abduction, while police prepare charges for vandalism and arson.

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 who eloped on April 18 was located in Gwalior and brought back to Sagar for questioning by law enforcement.
  • The woman’s family had alleged abduction, leading to unrest in Sanodha village, including shop torching and stone-pelting by a mob.
  • Police are preparing to file charges against 200–250 unidentified individuals for arson and vandalism during the violence.
  • BJP MLA Pradeep Laria labeled the incident as 'love jihad' and criticized the police for not filing a kidnapping FIR, despite only a missing person complaint being registered.
  • Local officials, including the Sagar Collector, confirmed that law and order have been restored, with peace maintained through continued security deployment.