Archive · 14 Jan 2026
KGMU Faces 'Love Jihad' Claims, Vandalism, and Safety Concerns
King George Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow is facing serious allegations of a 'love jihad' network on its campus.
This started when a woman doctor accused a fellow doctor, Dr. Rameez Uddin Nayak, of trying to force her to convert and hiding the fact that he was already married.
After she tried to harm herself, the university looked into the matter.
Soon, people started saying there might be a bigger network involved in forced conversions.
A group led by BJP leader Aparna Yadav even protested at the university, causing damage and scaring students and doctors.
The university's leaders are now working with the police to investigate, but many students and their families are worried about safety.
The doctors are also upset because the protests have made it hard for them to work and have damaged the university's reputation.
Allegations of a 'love jihad' network at KGMU sparked by a complaint against Dr. Rameez Uddin Nayak for forcible conversion and hiding his marriage.
BJP leader Aparna Yadav led a protest at KGMU, causing vandalism and confrontations with the Vice-Chancellor.
Resident doctors threatened to stall OPD services if an FIR was not lodged against Yadav and others involved in the vandalism.
The investigation into the 'love jihad' allegations was transferred to the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF).
Students and families express concern over safety and the university's reputation due to the incident and ongoing rumors.
- Who
- King George Medical University (KGMU) students, resident doctors, and staff, along with BJP leader Aparna Yadav and Dr. Rameez Uddin Nayak.
- What
- Allegations of a 'love jihad' network and forcible conversion on campus, leading to vandalism and safety concerns.
- When
- The incident occurred on January 9, 2024, with ongoing investigations and concerns.
- Where
- King George Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, India.
- Why
- A complaint by a woman resident doctor against Dr. Rameez Uddin Nayak for alleged forcible conversion and being married, which escalated into broader allegations and vandalism.
- Institution
- King George Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow
- Incident Date
- January 9, 2024
- Key Figures
- Aparna Yadav, Dr. Rameez Uddin Nayak, V-C Sonia Nityanand
- Allegations
- Forcible conversion and 'love jihad' network
- Campus Population
- 4,500 inpatients, 10,000 OPD patients daily
- Investigation Body
- Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF)
- Alumni
- Over 30 Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan awardees
- Security Measures
- Police vehicle and personnel deployed on campus