Israel-Palestine war: Yogi Adityanath warns against 'inciteful' statements

Amid the Israel-Palestine war, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has directed police to take strict action against anyone attempting to make "inciteful" statements either on social media or from places of worship.

The directions were issued by the CM in a late night meeting held with police and administrative chiefs on Thursday to review law and order preparedness ahead of the festive season. Accordingly, high police presence was ensured in the state on Friday when Muslims gather in large numbers to offer Friday prayers. Flag marches were also conducted in some areas.

The CM asked police chiefs to establish dialogue with religious leaders of their jurisdiction to avoid any untoward incident. He said any activity which is against the stand taken by the Indian government on the issue will not be tolerated. "It should be ensured that no inciteful statement is issued either on social media or from any place of worship and if anybody attempts to do it, then strict action should be taken against him," the CM said.

A few days ago, four students of the Aligarh Muslim University were booked for taking out a march in support of Palestine within the university premises without taking prior permission while BJP leaders also raised objection to it. No arrests were made though.