22-Year-Old Arrested in Maharashtra for Allegedly Writing 'Pakistan Zindabad'
In a controversial incident in Maharashtra, a 22-year-old trainee has been arrested for allegedly writing 'Pakistan Zindabad' on a machine. The young man, who claimed it was a joke, faces serious charges including sedition. The police are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. This incident has sparked discussions about freedom of expression and national sentiment. Read on to learn more about the details surrounding this case and its implications.
| May 24, 2025, 11:31 IST
Arrest in Maharashtra Over Controversial Inscription
A 22-year-old trainee employee from a private firm in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar has been detained for allegedly inscribing 'Pakistan Zindabad' on a machine. This incident came to light on May 19, as reported by a police official on Friday.
The company is located in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area of Chikalthana. According to the officer, the accused, a resident of Naregaon, used saffron paint to write the phrase. He has been charged under laws related to sedition and other offenses. The accused claimed to the police that his actions were intended as a joke. The investigation into the matter is ongoing.