Police in Uttar Pradesh’s Lucknow has registered a case against entities, including Halal India Private Limited Chennai and Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Halal Trust Delhi, for allegedly exploiting religious sentiments to boost sales through the issuance of "forged" halal certificates, the UP government said in a statement.

News wire PTI reported that the case was filed based on a complaint alleging a large-scale conspiracy targeting specific communities and products, potentially harming business interests and contributing to anti-social activities.