Violent Protests Over Liquor Shop in Maharashtra Injure 32 Policemen and 80 Villagers
How a protest over one liquor shop ended up injuring 32 policemen, 80 villagers near Nagpur
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Protests in Kidangipaar village, Gondia district, Maharashtra, over a liquor shop turned violent, injuring at least 32 policemen and 80 villagers. The unrest began when police attempted to arrest a protest leader, escalating into clashes involving stone-pelting and arson. Authorities are working to restore order amid ongoing tensions.
- 0132 policemen injured, four seriously, during protests against a liquor shop.
- 0280 villagers named in an FIR for rioting and obstructing police.
- 03Protests led by women alleging the liquor shop harms families and social stability.
- 04Arrests made include protest leader Santosh Donode and his family.
- 05Authorities are seeking to defuse tensions through dialogue and additional police presence.
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Protests demanding the closure of a country liquor shop in Kidangipaar village, Gondia district, Maharashtra, escalated into violence earlier this week, resulting in injuries to 32 policemen, with four sustaining serious injuries. The unrest began when police attempted to arrest protest leader Santosh Donode, leading to stone-pelting by villagers. Approximately 80 villagers have been named in an FIR for various charges, including rioting. The protests, primarily led by women, have been ongoing since March 20, as residents claim the liquor shop disrupts social stability and family welfare. Following the violent clashes, authorities have increased police presence and are working to resolve the situation through dialogue. Superintendent of Police Gorakh Bhamare stated that the state excise department has been requested to consider shutting the liquor outlet due to the law and order situation.
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The violent protests have heightened tensions in Kidangipaar village, affecting community safety and stability. Local residents are urged to engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve the issue.
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