Chhattisgarh Enforces Freedom of Religion Act-2026, With Strict Action on Conversion Cases

An important policy update from Chhattisgarh. According to reports, the state government's "Freedom of Religion Act-2026" came into effect from July 10.

Key provisions

• Strict action in cases of conversion by force, inducement, fraud or other illegal means
• The law claims to clarify the legal process in such cases

The government says the law protects people's free will. Different sides have also reacted to it. Citizens are advised to rely only on the official notification for details.