Pastor Arrested in UP's Ballia Amidst Allegations of Forced Conversion

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Pastor Arrested in UP's Ballia for Alleged Conversion Bid, Hurting Sentiments

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News18•23-02-2026, 15:15

Pastor Arrested in UP's Ballia for Alleged Conversion Bid, Hurting Sentiments

•A pastor, Jose Thomas, was arrested in Ballia, UP, for allegedly inducing religious conversion.
•He is accused of offering money and jobs for conversion and making objectionable remarks about Hindu deities.
•The arrest followed a complaint by Gautam Gaur in Sikandarpur town.
•Police recovered 124 religious books, a music system, and microphones from his possession.
•Thomas, originally from Patna and residing in Kerala, was in Ballia specifically for conversion activities.

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