Hate Speech Row: FIR Filed Against Bajrang Dal's Rishabh Thakur for 'Love Jihad' Assault in Bareilly

In a disturbing trend reported by India Today, right-wing groups have been accused of spreading hate in North India. The programme highlights two recent incidents: the Hindu Raksha Dal distributing swords in Ghaziabad and a Bajrang Dal attack on a birthday party in Bareilly. In Bareilly, a group led by Rishabh Thakur allegedly assaulted students, claiming 'Love Jihad'. Police have registered FIR 532/25 against the accused. Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed has called for a ban on the Bajrang Dal following these incidents. Reporter Krishna Gopal Raj provides details from the ground.