UP: Namaz on Road Outside Eidgah on Eid al-Adha: 40 Booked, 15 Named

Police in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, registered a case against 40 people, including 15 named individuals, for allegedly offering namaz on a public road outside an Eidgah during Eid al-Adha. Due to overcrowding, many worshippers prayed on the roadside despite police presence and warnings. Officials cited violations of government orders restricting road prayers. Investigation is ongoing.