Clashes Erupt in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh During Ambedkar Jayanti Celebrations
Clashes erupt in UP’s Kasganj on Ambedkar Jayanti, cop injured in stone-pelting
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Tensions erupted in Kasganj, Lakhimpur Kheri, and Agra districts of Uttar Pradesh during celebrations for BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary. Clashes between Dalit and Yadav communities led to stone-pelting, injuries, and police vehicle vandalism, prompting law enforcement to intervene and detain several individuals.
- 01Clashes occurred in Kasganj over an Ambedkar procession blocked by Yadav community members.
- 02In Lakhimpur Kheri, Dalit groups clashed over the installation of an Ambedkar statue.
- 03A police constable was injured during the confrontations.
- 04Police detained 23 individuals for their involvement in the disturbances.
- 05Peace was restored after police intervention and deployment in the affected areas.
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On the occasion of BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary, clashes erupted in multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Kasganj, Lakhimpur Kheri, and Agra. In Kasganj, a dispute arose when members of the Yadav community attempted to block an Ambedkar procession in Chahak Gunar village, leading to stone-pelting and a police constable sustaining injuries. Police used mild force to disperse the crowd and detained 23 individuals involved in the unrest. Meanwhile, in Lakhimpur Kheri, two Dalit groups clashed over the installation of an Ambedkar statue, resulting in further violence and the burning of a police vehicle. Authorities are investigating the motives behind these clashes and have secured video evidence for further action. In Agra, tensions escalated as youths raised flags on a platform, prompting police intervention to maintain order. Officials have assured that peace has been restored and efforts continue to identify those responsible for the violence.
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The clashes have heightened community tensions and may affect local celebrations and gatherings in the future.
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