# Over 1,000 Muslims Arrested, 12 Mosques Covered for ‘Holi’ in India

> In Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, authorities arrested 1,015 people and covered a dozen mosques with tarpaulins to maintain peace during Holi. The historic Shahi Jame Masjid, targeted by Hindutva groups, was among them. Indian…

Published: 2026-09-16 · Desk: Latest · Source: Jugantor

In Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, authorities launched a major crackdown to maintain peace during Holi. At least 1,015 people were arrested as a preventive measure, and a dozen mosques were covered with tarpaulins.

Several mosques, including the historic Shahi Jame Masjid, which has been targeted by Hindutva groups through campaigns, were covered with t*arpaulins.

Indian media outlets Scroll.in, Deccan Herald, and Maktub India reported this in separate reports on Thursday (March 13).

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