Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Bhopal Police Officer Faces Probe Over Gym 'Ban' on Muslims
A police officer in Bhopal, India, told a gym owner to exclude Muslim trainers and trainees.
This happened after some people protested the trainers' presence.
A video of the officer went viral, leading to an investigation and his removal from field duties.
A local politician supported the officer, which sparked more controversy by saying they would hand over a list of trainers to the police.
The politician also stated that women clients should only be trained by female instructors.
A Bhopal police officer instructed a gym owner to bar Muslim trainers and trainees.
The incident occurred in Ayodhya Nagar, Bhopal, after objections from Bajrang Dal members.
The officer was recorded saying that no Muslims would be allowed to train at the gym.
An internal inquiry was launched, and the officer was removed from active duty.
A BJP MP appeared to defend the officer's remarks and plans to provide a list of trainers to police.
- Who
- Sub-inspector Dinesh Sharma, BJP MP Alok Sharma, Bajrang Dal members, and the gym owner are involved.
- What
- A police officer instructed a gym owner to ban Muslim trainers and trainees.
- When
- The incident occurred a few days before the reporting.
- Where
- Ayodhya Nagar, Bhopal
- Why
- The officer's actions sparked outrage, and there were objections to Muslim trainers at the gym.
Critics of Police Action
Supporters of Police Action
Exclusion of Muslims
Critics of Police Action
The police officer's instructions to bar Muslims from the gym are discriminatory.
Supporters of Police Action
The police officer's actions were justified to prevent 'love jihad'.
MP's Stance
Critics of Police Action
The MP's comments could be seen as condoning discrimination.
Supporters of Police Action
The MP supports the SI's remarks and wants to hand over a list of trainers to police.
- Incident Location
- Ayodhya Nagar, Bhopal
- Officer Involved
- SI Dinesh Sharma
- Action Taken
- Removed from field duty, pending investigation
- Involved Parties
- Bajrang Dal members, gym owner, Muslim trainers/trainees
- MP's Response
- Defended the SI, wants a list of trainers for police
