A group of individuals was seen waving the Palestinian flag and raising pro-Palestinian slogans during an Eid procession in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on March 31, 2025. Following the incident, local authorities launched an investigation to identify the participants and maintain public order, reported the Deccan Herald.
The procession, which began after Eid prayers at the Eidgah, moved towards the Ghantaghar area, causing traffic disruptions. A video circulated on social media showing about six to seven individuals holding the Palestinian flag during the procession, leading to widespread attention.
In response to the incident, law enforcement has arrested five individuals and named 68 others in an FIR. Authorities are continuing to analyze video footage to identify more suspects and conduct raids. This incident is part of a wider pattern seen in various regions of India, including Balaghat in Madhya Pradesh and Raichur in Karnataka, where similar displays of the Palestinian flag during religious events have also sparked legal actions.
While such acts may be expressions of solidarity with the Palestinian cause, authorities are treating them with seriousness as they have the potential to create unrest and disrupt public peace. Ensuring communal harmony and public order remains a priority.
