Udaipur Tailor Murder: NIA Takes Over Probe After Brutal Killing Over Social Media Post

Day 1 · 6 June 2022

NEWSen.wikipedia.org

2022 Muhammad remarks controversy

The 2022 Muhammad remarks controversy began on May 27, 2022, after BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma made derogatory comments about Prophet Muhammad during a TV debate, which was later echoed by Naveen Kumar Jindal. These remarks led to widespread international condemnation from Muslim nations, numerous police cases across India, and violent protests that resulted in deaths and injuries. The incident also caused significant diplomatic outrage from Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Turkey.

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THE SHADOW GAP: 21 days of silence

Day 22 · 28 June 2022

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Murder of Kanhaiya Lal

On June 28, 2022, tailor Kanhaiya Lal Teli was murdered by Muhammad Riyaz Attari and Muhammad Ghaus in Udaipur, Rajasthan, for allegedly sharing a social media post supporting Nupur Sharma. The assailants filmed the act, causing widespread outrage. Authorities responded by imposing curfews and suspending internet services in Udaipur to prevent further violence.

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Day 23 · 29 June 2022

NEWSindia.com

Udaipur Beheading: The Chronology

Kanhaiya Lal, a tailor in Udaipur, was murdered by two men who stabbed and beheaded him over a social media post supporting Nupur Sharma. The incident led to widespread tensions, protests, and the imposition of curfews and internet suspensions across Rajasthan. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is expected to take over the investigation.

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Day 25 · 30 June 2022

DEVELOPMENTIndian Express

Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot meets family of killed tailor, asks NIA to fast-track case

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot met Kanhaiya Lal's family in Udaipur, urging the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to fast-track the murder case. The two accused, Mohammad Riyaz and Ghouse Mohammad, were sent to judicial custody for 14 days. This signifies official steps towards expediting the legal process for the tailor's murder.

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Day 26 · 1 July 2022

NEWSTimes of India

Supreme Court tears into Nupur Sharma, says her remarks set country on fire

The Supreme Court strongly criticized Nupur Sharma for her remarks on the Prophet, attributing national unrest and violence, including a tailor's beheading in Udaipur, to her comments. Justices Surya Kant and JB Pardiwala refused her plea to club multiple FIRs against her in Delhi, citing dissatisfaction with her actions. Consequently, Sharma withdrew her petition for relief from the numerous cases.

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Day 26 · 2 July 2022

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Udaipur court transfers Kanhaiya Lal murder case to NIA

An Udaipur district court transferred the Kanhaiya Lal murder case to the National Investigation Agency, which will now take custody of the accused Ghaus Mohammad and Riyaz Jabbar. The transfer allows the NIA to interrogate the killers and investigate potential Kanpur connections. Internet services remained suspended in parts of Rajasthan and Section 144 was imposed to prevent further violence.

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THE SHADOW GAP: 591 days of silence

Day 617 · 13 February 2024

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Court frames charges against all 9 accused in Kanhaiya Lal murder case

A Special NIA Court in Jaipur framed charges against all nine accused in the 2022 Kanhaiya Lal murder case, including charges for terrorist activities and murder. The court found that the accused conspired via WhatsApp. The accused's lawyer plans to appeal the order, signaling further legal proceedings.

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THE SHADOW GAP: 501 days of silence

Day 1118 · 28 June 2025

NEWSOpIndia

Three years on, justice eludes Kanhaiya Lal’s family as Udaipur murder case lingers in court: Killed by Islamists after Mohammed Zubair’s dog whistling

Three years after the brutal murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal in Udaipur, the case remains pending in court, causing frustration for his family who awaits justice. Kanhaiya Lal was killed by two Muslim men reportedly after expressing support for controversial remarks. The National Investigation Agency has filed charge sheets against 11 accused, but the family seeks a faster resolution.

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THE SHADOW GAP: 278 days of silence

Day 1396 · 2 April 2026

NEWSIndian Express

Tailor hacked to death in 2022 over online post: Chargesheet filed, why hasn’t govt formed fast-track court yet: Kanhaiya Lal’s son

Yash Sahu, the son of slain Udaipur tailor Kanhaiya Lal, expressed frustration over the delay in his father's murder case, questioning why a fast-track court has not been established. He cited Union Home Minister Amit Shah's past remarks regarding the Rajasthan government's responsibility in the matter. This highlights the family's ongoing struggle for expedited justice.

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THE SHADOW GAP: 40 days of silence

Day 1436 · 12 May 2026

DEVELOPMENTScroll.in

Nupur Sharma case: Supreme Court clubs FIRs, transfers them to Delhi Police

The Supreme Court ordered all First Information Reports (FIRs) filed against Nupur Sharma regarding her Prophet Muhammad remarks to be clubbed and transferred to the Delhi Police's IFSO unit for investigation. Justices Surya Kant and JB Pardiwala extended Sharma's interim protection until the probe concludes. This decision aims to streamline the numerous legal cases that arose from her comments, which had previously caused widespread violence, unrest, and diplomatic fallout.

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