Lawyers Protest Arrest of Mosque Leader

• The arrest of Zafar Ali, president of Shahi Jama Masjid Committee, sparked protests among lawyers in Sambhal.
• Lawyers accused the police of wrongful targeting and staged a strike, demanding Zafar's release.
• Authorities tightened security across the city, deploying police forces to maintain order.
• Zafar was arrested in connection with violent clashes during a mosque survey on November 24, 2024.
• Advocates claim the arrest is an attempt to prevent Zafar from testifying before a judicial commission.

Source: Hindustan Times, Hindustan Times, The Hindu