On May 13, 2026, police in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, arrested three individuals after protests erupted over the assault of Arif Khan, a 27-year-old man, by activists from the Bajrang Dal. The incident, which occurred on May 10, involved allegations of 'love jihad', a term used by Hindu groups to accuse Muslim men of misleading Hindu women. Following the assault, which included physical violence and humiliation, members of the Muslim community rallied near Hamidia hospital and marched to the Police Commissioner’s office, demanding justice. Police have increased security in sensitive areas such as Aishbagh and Jahangirabad to prevent further unrest. Deputy Commissioner of Police Ayush Gupta stated that investigations are ongoing, including analyzing video footage to identify additional suspects. The community is dissatisfied with the FIR filed, claiming it was against unidentified persons and lacked sufficient legal provisions despite available evidence. They are urging for the accused to be arrested promptly, highlighting the need for a fair investigation into the matter.