UP police warn against importing foreign conflicts into India ahead of Eid prayers

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh): A police officer in Sambhal has said that foreign conflicts should not affect law and order in India and warned that people disturbed by international events should not attempt to create unrest in the country.

The remarks were made by Circle Officer Kuldeep Singh during a peace committee meeting held at the Sambhal Kotwali Police Station on Wednesday. The meeting was organised ahead of the upcoming Alvida prayers and the festival of Eid al-Fitr to ensure that celebrations take place peacefully.

A video of Singh’s remarks from the meeting has since gone viral on social media.

During the meeting, the officer referred to the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel and said that some people appeared overly concerned about the conflict despite it taking place far from India.

“Many people seem very disturbed about the war between Iran and Israel and are trying to involve themselves emotionally. If someone feels very strongly about it, they should take a flight and go there to fight on Iran’s side,” Singh was heard saying in the viral video.

His remarks triggered debate online, with several users sharing the clip widely across different platforms.

Responding to queries from reporters later, Singh clarified that his intention was to emphasise the importance of maintaining peace and communal harmony in the region. He said the statement was meant as a warning against allowing international conflicts to influence local sentiments.

“My purpose was to ensure that events happening on foreign soil do not disturb the atmosphere here. Maintaining peace and law and order is our priority,” the officer told media.

Police officials said the meeting was part of routine security preparations conducted before major religious gatherings. Community leaders and local residents were invited to participate so that any potential concerns could be addressed in advance.

During the meeting, Singh also advised people not to raise slogans supporting or opposing any foreign country during prayer gatherings. He further cautioned against displaying banners, placards or signs that might provoke tensions among communities.

Authorities in the district said strict monitoring will be in place during Alvida prayers and Eid celebrations to ensure that the festivities are conducted peacefully.

Police have urged residents to focus on maintaining harmony and to avoid spreading or reacting to provocative messages on social media related to international conflicts.