Uttar Pradesh Worker Dismissed for Waving Palestine Flag During Eid
Saqib Khan's termination follows social media outcry, with authorities detaining eight others and pursuing legal action against dozens for similar acts.
- Saqib Khan, a contract worker in the Uttar Pradesh electricity department, was dismissed after waving a Palestine flag during Eid prayers on March 31.
- The electricity department labeled Khan's actions as 'anti-national' and directed his immediate termination through his contract firm.
- The incident gained attention after photos of Khan waving the flag were circulated on social media, prompting swift action by authorities.
- Authorities in Saharanpur detained eight individuals seen in a viral video waving Palestine flags and raising slogans during an Eid procession.
- Legal proceedings have been initiated against approximately 60 people involved in similar acts, with investigations ongoing to identify additional participants.
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