Maharashtra: US national among 3 held for illegal conversion bid in Bhiwandi

Bhiwandi police arrested a 58-year-old US national and two local residents for allegedly attempting to convert villagers to Christianity in Chimbipada. The accused, including James Watson on a business visa, reportedly preached during a prayer meet, claiming Hinduism was superstitious and offering miraculous cures. They face charges under new laws and the Foreigners Act for misusing the visa.