Comedian Munawar Faruqui among 5 held for 'indecent' remarks on Hindu gods
Stand-up comic Munawar Faruqui
Indore: A stand-up comedian and four others were arrested on charges of passing indecent remarks against Hindu deities and Union Home Minister Amit Shah during a show in Indore, according to a police official.
Police said the comedy programme was held at a cafe in 56 Dukan area of the city on Friday.
The complaint in this regard was filed by Eklavya Singh Gaur (36), son of local BJP MLA Malini Laxman Singh Gaur, based on which comedian Munawar Faruqui and four others were arrested, police said on Saturday.