Nagpur violence leaves 30 injured after clashes over Aurangzeb row. BJP claims it was pre-planned. Police impose Section 144 to control the situation.


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Violence erupted in Nagpur on Friday evening, leaving more than 30 people injured after a clash between two groups in the Mahal area. The unrest followed protests by Hindu outfits demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb in Maharashtra’s Sambhaji Nagar. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed that the violence was planned in advance.

What Happened?

  • Around 60 to 65 people have been taken into custody after the clashes.
  • 25 to 30 police personnel were injured.
  • Rioters set fire to 25 bikes and three cars.

BJP MLA Pravin Datke visited the scene and alleged that the violence was "pre-planned." He claimed that the mob specifically targeted Hindu houses and shops, broke security cameras first, and then carried out the attack. He also accused the police of not supporting Hindu citizens and said many rioters came from outside Nagpur.

Background of the Clashes

The violence occurred amid ongoing tensions over Aurangzeb’s tomb. Hindu groups like Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) have been demanding its demolition. On Monday morning, these groups staged protests in Nagpur, just hours before the clashes.

Government and Police Response

  • Maharashtra CM's Office: The Chief Minister has urged people to remain calm and cooperate with the police.
  • Nagpur Police Commissioner Dr. Ravinder Singal said the violence started after a photo was burned, leading to protests. The situation is now under control, and Section 144 has been imposed to prevent further unrest.
  • Nagpur MP Nitin Gadkari: He has appealed to citizens to ignore rumors and maintain peace.

Political Reactions

Congress leader Harshvardhan Sapkal blamed the state home department for failing to prevent the violence.

BJP Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule urged people to stay peaceful and avoid spreading false information.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders Aaditya Thackeray and Priyanka Chaturvedi, along with Congress leader Pawan Khera, criticized the state government’s handling of the law and order situation.

Current Situation

Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the culprits. The police have deployed extra forces, conducted raids, and registered an FIR. Meanwhile, videos from the scene show burning vehicles, damaged public property, and the use of tear gas to disperse the crowd.

The investigation is ongoing, and the government has assured strict action against those responsible.

FAQ

The violence erupted after protests demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, leading to clashes between two groups in the Mahal area.

Over 30 people, including police personnel, were injured in the violent incidents.

BJP claims the violence was pre-planned, with rioters allegedly targeting Hindu houses and shops.

Police have arrested 60-65 rioters, imposed Section 144, and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify more culprits.

The Chief Minister has urged citizens to remain calm, while opposition leaders have criticized the state’s handling of the situation.

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