‘My own free will’: UP's Ayush Malik, who converted to Islam, returns to Hinduism over ‘distress’ to parents
But after seeing your pain and thinking about my family, I have, of my own free will, returned to Hinduism,” he can be heard saying in the video.Several media reports confirmed that Ayush had posted the video announcing his return to the Hindu faith. Describing the claims as baseless, he said false narratives were being circulated about the case.(With inputs from HT Correspondent)ABOUT THE AUTHORHT News DeskFollow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs.
- ▪But after seeing your pain and thinking about my family, I have, of my own free will, returned to Hinduism,” he can be heard saying in the video.Several media reports confirmed that Ayush had posted the video announcing his return to the Hi
- ▪Describing the claims as baseless, he said false narratives were being circulated about the case.(With inputs from HT Correspondent)ABOUT THE AUTHORHT News DeskFollow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories f
- ▪Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and interna
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‘My own free will’: UP's Ayush Malik, who converted to Islam, returns to Hinduism over ‘distress’ to parentsAyush Malik had previously said in public that he embraced Islam willingly and that he was not subjected to any coercion, inducement or brainwashing.Updated on: Jun 30, 2026 12:01 PM ISTBy HT News DeskPrefer HTon GoogleShare viaCopy link A 27-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli district, who had earlier said that he converted to Islam voluntarily, has now returned to the Hindu faith, citing the distress caused to his parents over the decision.A video that surfaced after his return shows Ayush participating in Hindu prayers and religious rituals.
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