On Thursday, Telangana Police arrested suspended Bhartiya Janata Party MLA T Raja Singh from his Hyderabad residence.
Earlier on Tuesday, Hyderabad police arrested Raja for allegedly making a remark directed at the Prophet Mohammad. On the same day, he was granted bail. Later that day, the BJP suspended him for making controversial remarks.
In a statement, the BJP also demanded that Singh respond to the show cause notice within 10 days.
What is the matter?
The BJP MLA issued a video on Monday criticising stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui, who recently performed in the city. Singh is also allegedly seen making anti-religious remarks in it. On Monday night, members of the community protested in various parts of the city, demanding Singh’s arrest.