Nagpur Violence Highlights: RSS says Mughal emperor Aurangzeb is 'irrelevant'; 54 detained by police
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Nagpur Violence Highlights: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday called the Nagpur violence a "planned incident" and warned that those who attacked police "will not be spared."
“Specific houses, establishments targeted by mob; it looks like a conspiracy,” CM Fadnavis said in the state legislative assembly.
“In Nagpur, Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal held protests. Rumours were spread that things containing religious content were burnt....It looks like a well-planned attack. No one has permission to take law and order into their hands. Chhava movie has ignited people’s anger against Aurangzeb still, everyone must keep Maharashtra peaceful,” the CM added.
Meanwhile, VHP blamed ‘Aurangzeb ki aulad’ for the violence.
VHP member Rajkumar Sharma told ANI, “riots were planned by the 'Aurangzeb ki aulad'...They gathered in the mosque there; they planned to close their shops, loot the shops of Hindus and attack their houses. This was all planned, and an attempt was made to incite an issue which has no meaning... If the administration feels that the effigy of Aurangzeb was burnt, we have no objection to the administration's action...this country will run as per the Constitution...But these 'Aurangzeb ki aulad' should also understand that this country will run as per the Constitution.”
Tension escalated in central Nagpur on Monday as stones were thrown at police officers amidst unfounded rumours that sacred text of a community had been desecrated during a protest by a right-wing group demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. The Monday evening incident, which was reported from Mahal area of Nagpur, resulted in injuries to four individuals, according to official reports.
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What Led to Nagpur Violence?
The immediate cause of Nagpur riot was unfounded rumours that the Quran had been burned during a protest by a right-wing group demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb in Sambhaji Nagar. The protest was organized by groups such as the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal, who allegedly burned a cloth with "kalma" on it, leading to widespread outrage among Muslim groups.
Is section 144 imposed in Nagpur’s Mahal?
Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal said that section 144 has been imposed in the area.
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What is Aurangzeb Tomb Row?
Right-wing groups, including the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), had demanded that the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb be dismantled. Security had been heightened at the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly Aurangabad) following the demands from VHP, and Bajrang Dal.
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Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Congress leader Atul Londhe Patil appeals for peace
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Condemning the violence, Congress leader Atul Londhe Patil said, "It’s an unfortunate incident. Nagpur is a place of brotherhood. Such violence has never happened here before… I appeal to the people of Nagpur to maintain peace."
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Heavy police deployed
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: The situation escalated after Bajrang Dal members held a demonstration near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Mahal, news agency PTI reported.
An official said that stones were thrown at police personnel in Chitnis Park and Mahal, leading to the use of tear gas shells.
A senior police official confirmed that security had been increased in sensitive areas. Quick Response Teams (QRT), Riot Control Police, and the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) were deployed. Additional police personnel from different stations were also called in.
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Is section 144 imposed in Nagpur’s Mahal?
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal said that section 144 has been imposed in the area. "The situation is peaceful right now. A photo was burned following which people gathered, they made a request and we even took action in this respect. They had even come to my office to meet me. They were told that an FIR has been lodged based on the names they mentioned and action would be taken against them. This incident occurred around 8-8.30 pm. Not many vehicles have been torched. We are taking an assessment of the same. Two vehicles have been torched and stone pelting has occurred. Police is undertaking combing action and those involved are being identified and arrested. We have imposed Section 144 and everyone has been told to not step out unnecessarily or take law in their hands. Do not believe rumours. Except this area, the entire city is peaceful..."
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: How did Police control the Nagpur riots?
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: In an effort to quell the unrest, police deployed tear gas shells and conducted a baton charge in the Chitnis Park and Mahal areas. The violence reportedly spread to Kotwali and Ganeshpeth in the late afternoon, officials stated.
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Which areas in Nagpur are most affected?
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Officials said the Chitnish Park to Shukrawari Talao road belt was most affected by violence as per the preliminary information, where some four-wheelers were set afire by rioters. Stones were also thrown at the homes of residents.
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: When did the unrest begin?
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: The unrest began late in the afternoon, shortly after Bajrang Dal members demonstrated near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in the Mahal area.
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Cars were heard exploding as communal tensions erupted | VIRAL VIDEO
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: A video went viral on social media wherein vehicles were heard exploding. WATCH VIRAL VIDEO
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: What led the violence?
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: The immediate cause of the unrest was unfounded rumours that Muslim's Holy Book, the Quran, had been burned during a protest by a right-wing group demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb in Sambhaji Nagar.
The protest was organized by groups such as the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal, who allegedly burned a cloth with "kalma" on it, leading to widespread outrage among Muslim groups.
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Has section 144 been imposed in Nagpur?
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Despite communal tensions there has been no official communication of the imposition of CrPc Section 144 in Nagpur
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Don't believe rumors, says CM Fadnavis
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: mid violence in Nagpur, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday night called for peace and asked people not to believe rumours.
"Police are managing the situation following stone pelting and tense situation in the Mahal area," the chief minister said in a statement.
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Shiv Sena (UBT) slams Fadnavis Govt
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey told reporters, "It is the state government's responsibility to maintain law and order. The Chief Minister, the state Home Minister, and the police must always be on alert to prevent any violent incidents or clashes. However, the reports coming from Nagpur are very unfortunate. Not only were stones pelted, but vehicles were also set on fire, and police personnel were attacked."
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: ‘Kab tutegi Aurangzeb ki qabr?’ Bajrang Dal had warned fate like Babri in Maharashtra
Nagpur Violence LIVE updates: Security was heightened at the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly Aurangabad) following demands from the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal for its removal.
The right-wing groups have urged the state government to take action and dismantle the tomb, citing its controversial historical significance.
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Nagpur BJP MP Nitin Gadkari urges people not to come out
Nagpur BJP MPO Nitin Gadkari says, “Due to certain rumors, a situation of religious tension has arisen in Nagpur. The city's history is known for maintaining peace in such matters. I urge all my brothers not to believe in any kind of rumours and to maintain peace. Do not come out onto the streets.”
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: CM Devendra Fadnavis urges peace
Nagpur Riots Today LIVE: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis urged people in Nagpur to maintain peace.