Student arrested for offering namaz at Meerut university

A student was arrested in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly offering namaz in an open area of a private university. The arrest followed protests from local Hindu groups after a video of the incident circulated on social media. Khalid Pradhan, also known as Khalid Mewati, was taken into custody after the university administration suspended him and three security personnel. The police filed a case under laws related to religious feelings and information technology. The incident occurred during Holi celebrations, coinciding with the second Friday prayers of Ramadan. Local Hindu groups expressed concerns about communal harmony, prompting increased security measures in the area.