Sectarian clashes erupted out in Jahangirpuri in Northwest Delhi after the Shobha Yatra staged to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti on Saturday, police said. According to the officers, the stones were thrown in The area remained tense until late into the night.
This is the first Major sectarian flare-upup in The national The capital since February 2020 the Northeast Delhi riots, which left 53 people dead And a lot more injured.
While there were no reports of injuries on Saturday, the police said 10-12 people Wounded, including six officers. They were taken to the hospital and are recovering.
After the violence, the police in All 14 provinces have been placed on on high alert and senior The officers were asked to be on ground. “authorized of Delhi police directed it in view of societal status in Jahangirpuri, all officers up to rank of Special Commissioners of police of It must be both areas in field and ensure This sectarian situation is not like this disturbed in which part of Delhi. comfort of Officers must also He is on Alert, read the message that has gone out For everyone senior officers of Delhi Police.
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Police said a quarrel broke out during the elitra out between the two. Things escalated, and the two sides started throwing stones at each other. They are damaged public property and burned vehicles,” a senior A police officer said.
Senior officers rushed to the site and additional forces were called in, police said. The police tried to control the crowd, during which several personnel officer said.
Clashes broke out out between together in Jahangirpuri in Northwest Delhi after organizing the Shobha Yatra on Saturday. picture.twitter.com/wtSmKyshP2
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Saturday night, and area It was locked down the roads were fortified and the police in riot gear Posted in large numbers. The roads were scattered with Glass shards, bricks and stones. burnt out seashells of scooter mode on The Road.
Auto parts mechanic Akash Thakur (20 years old), said he stopped his bike and was heading to the place join Ghost of Yatra who was passing through Block B near Kaushal Cinema when the clashes broke out out.
“I ran for my life. when you came back Where I parked my bike, me found She was missing. “We were celebrating in peace,” Thakur said.
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Mastan (27), consonant of Block C, he said it was out Buy fruit at that time. He claimed that these in The rally raised slogans such as “Bharat Min Rena Hoga Toh Jai Shree Ram Kehna Hoga”.
he is also Some claimed that people They tried to enter one of the mosques who were carrying saffron flags, and that violence escalated due to the presence of the police in The area It is usually thin.
stone took place from both sides. We tried to stop the fighting and we resumed for Mastan said.
Taxi driver Ajay Kumar, 27, said he sustained injuries to his leg while fleeing the violence. “I came to check on for me parents When
he heard news of clash. There was a violent stone throwing, and while I managed it escape From areaAya Swift Dzire car It was destroyed by
mob. How will I do earn live now? ” He said.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal condemned the violence and resumed for calm. “the incident of Throwing stones during the ghost of Yatra in Jahangirpuri in Delhi is condemned. there should Be strict work against these who She is responsible. I appeal to everyone – hold each other’s hands and keep the peace.”
Kejriwal said he spoke to Deputy Governor Anil Bijal. He confirmed that everything steps They are transferred to ensure Peace, and this sinner will not be spared Chief Minister She said.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal condemned the violence and resumed for calm.
In a press release, LG’s office He said, “LG has condemned these incidents of Violence and stone throwing in National capital as unfortunate said that nothing behind These activities will be spared. he is took stock of mode along with CP, Delhi and has
appeal to people To maintain peace… and cooperation with the police in Maintain law and order…”
BJP leader Kapil Mishra said the incidents in Jahangirpuri should To be treated as a terrorist attack. claimed that area She was known for harboring “Bangladesh infiltrators”, and that people mobilized for 2020 Delhi riots from area. “that they should They are recognized and their own homes should It is being bulldozed.”
“There was stone pelting,” said Manoj Tiwari, a BJP deputy from northeastern Delhi. in Jahangirpuri Delhi on Hanuman Jayanti… This incident did not happen occur everyone of Suddenly; It’s a conspiracy. police should Immediately conduct an investigation and take the most stringent action against the perpetrators. Although the situation is increasing back To normal… there should be a comprehensive probe on who They are the perpetrators. Where did the stones come from.. their homes? should Verified for Weapons and their identifiers. I can say with confidence Taken by many accidents place through a plot. I would like also Request Chief Minister Kejriwal that this is not the time to shirk responsibility, but to work collectively and step forward to punish the perpetrators. Please maintain harmony.”
Delhi’s BJP chief Adish Gupta said the violence was “not a coincidence but a huge conspiracy”. “The perpetrators…should He is punished And Delhi Police for sure ensure which – which. I’ll talk to the Home Secretary as well. But the question arises in Several unauthorized colonies of Delhi – whether it is Jahangirpuri or Jamuna Bar – Bangladeshis and Rohingyas are residing illegally in In large numbers and Delhi government It is to provide them with electricity and water connections. Delhi government He is responsible for why it is presented protection for like people. “
Delhi Police Commissioner said on Twitter: “In today’s incident in Northwest District, the situation is under control. enough extra force posted in Jahangirpuri and other sensitive areas. Senior officers have been asked remain in Field and closely supervise and patrol the state of law and order. Strict action will be taken against trouble makers. Citizens please do not pay attention to rumors and fraud news on social media. “
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