If you make derogatory remarks against deities, great men or saints related to caste, religion or sect, you will get severe punishment - Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said that derogatory remarks against deities, great men or saints belonging to any caste, religion or sect are unacceptable, but anarchy in the name of protest will also not be tolerated. While reviewing the law and order situation with the Chief Secretary, DGP, Additional Chief Secretary Home, and senior officials of other departments on Monday in view of the festivals, the Chief Minister said that the faith of every faith and sect should be respected. There should be a feeling of gratitude in the mind of every citizen towards the great men, but it cannot be forced and cannot be forcibly imposed on anyone. The Chief Minister said that if any person plays with the faith, great men, Gods and Goddesses, If someone makes indecent remarks against the faith of any religion, sect etc., then he will be brought under the ambit of law and punished severely, but people of all beliefs, religions and sects will have to respect each other. The Chief Minister said that anarchy, vandalism or arson in the name of protest is not acceptable, anyone who dares to do so will have to pay the price. The Chief Minister directed the police administration to ensure that the festival of Shardiya Navratri Vijayadashami is celebrated in an atmosphere of joy, peace and harmony. Every district and every police station will have to ensure that this is accomplished between the Identify those who spoil the environment and take strict action. Deal strictly with those who act against the law. Giving instructions to ensure women's safety, the Chief Minister said that foot patrolling and PRV 112 patrolling should be intensified in crowded areas. He said that the safety and comfort of women and daughters should be ensured, for this all departments should work together.