Sambhal Violence Mastermind's Property Attached Amid Crackdown on Rioters

• The Sambhal district administration attached the house of Shariq Satha, alleged mastermind of the November 2024 Sambhal violence, under court orders.
• The action was carried out with heavy police and administrative deployment to ensure peaceful proceedings.
• Tehsildar Dhirendra Kumar confirmed the attachment of Shariq Satha's property, located in an expensive area, with only the accused's floor being attached.
• Shariq Satha faces 69 criminal cases, including murder and Arms Act violations, and is currently absconding, believed to be operating from abroad.
• The Sambhal violence in November 2024 erupted during protests against a court-ordered survey of the Jama Masjid, leading to stone-pelting and arson.

Why It Matters: Authorities attached the property of Sambhal violence mastermind Shariq Satha as part of a broader crackdown.