The violence in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is also being discussed in the United Nations. The UN spokesperson on Wednesday called on the Indian government and agencies to ensure peace and harmony in the city. In addition, the office of UN chief Antonio Guterres has appealed to all communities in the city to work together. There was a ruckus in Jodhpur during Eid. After this, the police had increased security in the area. Along with this, measures like shutting down the internet were also taken.
When asked questions about the violence ahead of Eid, the secretary general’s deputy spokesman said, “I think the basic thing is our hope is that different communities will work together and that the government and the security forces will make sure that everyone is in peace.” So that you can do your activities including the festival. Five policemen were also injured during the violence.
According to media reports, ADG (Law and Order) HS Ghumaria told that even today heavy police force is deployed in the district and curfew has been ‘strictly enforced’. “Even small incidents in the district are being closely monitored,” he said. So far 97 people have been arrested in cases related to violence.
State Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday termed the violence as unfortunate. He had instructed the officials to take strict action. The CM had said, ‘It is unfortunate that the clash between the two groups led to violence… the administration has been ordered to maintain peace and order…’ He has alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party has a hand in instigating the violence.