As per reports, stone pelting in Shobha Yatra on Hanuman Jayanti on Saturday in Delhi’s Jehangir Puri has created tensions in the area. A heavy police force has been deployed in the region.
The miscreants pelted stones and vandalised several vehicles. They also indulged in arson. About half a dozen policemen were injured in the incident.
I appeal to everyone to maintain peace as the country can not progress without it. Central govt has the responsibility to maintain peace in the national capital; appeal to people to maintain peace: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal on clash in Jahangirpuri pic.twitter.com/RMhmbnpmmf
— ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2022
The police is trying to identify the miscreants. For this, footage of CCTV cameras installed nearby and videos made by people from mobile phones are being investigated. Top police officers are also camping on the spot.
The incident took place near Kushal Cinema. Policemen injured in stone pelting have been admitted to the hospital.
Warning of strict action against rioters, Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana said the situation is under control and adequate additional force has been deployed in Jahangirpuri and other sensitive areas.
Senior officers have been asked to remain in the field and closely supervise the law and order situation and undertake patrolling. Citizens are requested not to pay heed to rumours and fake news on social media, he tweeted.
"It was a traditional procession and was being escorted by police personnel. However, a clash between two communities erupted as the procession reached near Kushal cinema hall," a police officer said. (With agency inputs)
