Tauqeer Raza faces tough action of UP government for the first time in 43 years
In a major shift, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched significant enforcement against Maulana Tauqeer Raza and his associates — something no regime has attempted in his four-decade public life. Following the controversies around the “I Love Mohammad” protest, authorities sealed properties worth over ₹220 crore, cut electricity connections, and initiated demolition of illegal structures. Raza (65), leader of Ittehad-e-Millat Council, and eight others have been detained. Over 200 unauthorized shops and several prominent properties—including a marriage hall and markets tied to Raza’s network—have been sealed or demolished. The administration is even considering invoking the National Security Act (NSA) against him. After decades of political shielding, this crackdown underscores the state’s determination to enforce rule of law irrespective of an individual’s stature.
The Key points
- First time UP government launches comprehensive action against Tauqeer Raza after 43 years
- Protest linked to “I Love Mohammad” controversy sparked riots in Bareilly
- Raza and eight associates arrested; over 84–88 people detained
- Properties worth ₹220+ crore sealed or demolished
- Illegal shops (200+) in markets razed
- Demolition of marriage hall and sealing of “Khan Optical” shop
- Power corporations cracked down—electricity theft cases filed
- Authorities examining Raza’s bank accounts, funds
- NSA being considered for detention
- Extensive probe via SIT, video hearings, and multiple FIRs filed
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