Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Minister Dharampal Singh on Sunday justified the Yogi government’s firm stance on trouble-mongers and hooligans during the recent violent protests in Bareilly and said that those engaging in violence will be dealt with a firm hand and not be showered with flowers, as the law of the land must reign supreme for maintaining law and order.

The cabinet minister, speaking to newsmen, said that every person should have the freedom to pray, chant slogans, and practise their religion, but if someone indulges in vandalism or violence, strict action shall be taken against them.

His remarks come in the backdrop of Congress MP Imran Masood claiming bias and a religion-driven approach in the government crackdown on protestors in Bareilly, which saw a huge gathering of the minor

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