SC stays criminal proceedings against priest booked for saying ‘only one religion…Christian’
Indian Express·4h ago·Hope
What Happened
The Supreme Court stayed criminal proceedings against Christian priest Vineet Vincent Pereira, booked under Section 295A IPC for stating 'only one religion is Christian' at prayer meetings. The court issued notice to Uttar Pradesh government. A chargesheet was filed February 19, 2024. The Allahabad High Court dismissed his challenge March 18, 2026. Section 295A addresses deliberate insults to religious beliefs, punishable up to three years imprisonment.
Key Entities
Supreme CourtVineet Vincent PereiraUttar Pradesh governmentSection 295A IPCAllahabad High CourtChristian priest