Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Chhattisgarh CM Addresses Arrest of Kerala Nuns
The Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh addressed the arrest of two nuns.
He stated that the case is ongoing and the law will decide.
The nuns were arrested based on allegations of human trafficking and forced conversions.
The CM emphasized the safety of women in the state.
Chhattisgarh CM responded to those giving the nuns' arrest a political color.
The CM stated the case is sub judice and the law will take its course.
Nuns Preethi Mary and Vandana Francis were arrested on July 25.
They were arrested on accusations of human trafficking and forced religious conversion.
The CM highlighted the importance of safety for women in Chhattisgarh.
- Who
- Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai, Nuns Preethi Mary and Vandana Francis, a Bajrang Dal functionary.
- What
- Chhattisgarh CM addressed the arrest of the Kerala nuns.
- When
- July 25, with statements made on Friday.
- Where
- Chhattisgarh, specifically Durg Railway Station.
- Why
- To address concerns over the arrest of the nuns.
Opposition Parties
Government's Stance
Allegations
Opposition Parties
Giving a "political colour" to the case.
Government's Stance
Accusations of human trafficking and forced religious conversion.
- Involved Parties
- Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai, Nuns Preethi Mary and Vandana Francis, Sukaman Mandavi.
- Incident
- Arrest of two Kerala nuns
- Charges
- Human trafficking and forced religious conversion
- Complaint Source
- Local Bajrang Dal functionary
- Current Status
- Case is sub judice.
Sources
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