Nagpur violence: In Aurangzeb’s tomb case, there was violence between two communities in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The ruckus between the two increased so much that the police had to impose curfew. Schools had to be discharged in Nagpur. The miscreants vandalized and set fire to vehicles and stoned fiercely. The police have taken action and arrested 65 people.
In fact, Vishwa Hindu Parishad was demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s grave for the past several days. Meanwhile, VHP workers were burning effigies of Aurangzeb, but someone spread rumors that a religious book and sheet of a particular community burnt. Angry people started making ruckus. Violence erupted between 7 and half past seven on Monday evening. The tension between the two increased so much that first of the houses and trains vandalized. After this, the vehicles were set on fire. Stoned the police and in the houses. Violence spread from Mahal to Hanspuri in Nagpur. Curfew has been imposed in Kotwali Ganeshpeth, Lakdanganj, Pachpavali, Shantinagar, Sakkardara, Nandanvan, Imamwara, Yashodhara Nagar and Kapil Nagar police station areas. This curfew will remain in force till further orders.
At the same time, heavy police forces are deployed in Mahal, Chitnis Park and surrounding areas. The State Reserve Police Force (SRPF), riot control police and quick response teams (QRT) have been deployed in sensitive areas. Police personnel and fire brigade officials are also present on the spot. The police have detained around 65 people and are investigating the conspiracy behind the violence.
Police officers are now closely watching
Nagpur Police Commissioner Dr. Ravinder Singhal said, the situation is under control. A picture was lit, after which people gathered and we took action on their request. A delegation of people also came to my office to meet me. We have registered an FIR. The incident took place around 8:30 pm. 2 vehicles have been burnt. At the same time, giving information in the morning, he said that curfew has been imposed in stress areas till further orders. About 65 people have been arrested. Police is constantly patrolling. The market is also completely closed.
Chief Minister appealed not to pay attention to rumors
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appealed to the people that Nagpur is known for peace and harmony. I appeal to the citizens not to pay attention to the rumors and cooperate with the administration. “Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also strongly condemned those who glorified Aurangzeb as” traitors “.
Gadkari assured
Union Minister and MP from Nagpur Nitin Gadkari said, some rumors have created religious tension in Nagpur. The history of Nagpur city has been to maintain peace in such cases. I urge all my brothers not to believe in any kind of rumors and maintain peace. Do not leave the streets. Cooperate in law and order. Maintain the tradition of peace and harmony for which Nagpur is known. I assure all of you that the government will take action against those who have made a mistake or involved in illegal activities. The Chief Minister has already been informed about this situation, so I request everyone not to pay attention to rumors. Please cooperate with the police administration, increase love and maintain a positive atmosphere in the city. This is my humble request to all of you.
MLA arrived on tour
BJP MLA from Nagpur Central Praveen Datke visited the violence affected area Hanspuri. He said, I reached here this morning. This incident was already decided. After a agitation yesterday morning, the incident took place at Ganesh Peth police station, then everything was normal. In the evening, the crowd entered the houses and shops of Hindus only. First all the cameras were broken and then violence with weapons. All this is already fixed. I spoke to CP (Police Commissioner), this is a sensitive area. I will also talk to CM. Photos of criminals are in DVR. We will give all these things to the police. I have to say with sadness that the police did not stand with Hindu citizens yesterday.
