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Route Dispute Sparks Stone-Pelting Clash
21 Sep
Summary
- Argument over Ganapati immersion route led to stone-pelting.
- Four women sustained minor injuries during the clash.
- Police registered a case under SC/ST Act and rioting charges.
Violence erupted in Raver town, Jalgaon, on Monday afternoon after an argument over a Ganapati immersion procession's route escalated into stone-pelting. The dispute began around 3:30 PM in Dr Ambedkar Nagar when a group objected to a household idol being carried through a residential lane. The disagreement quickly intensified, leading to a stone-pelting incident.
Four women suffered minor injuries as a result of the clash. Police were dispatched to the scene and managed to restore control within minutes. Authorities have registered a case against eight to 10 individuals, invoking charges of rioting and provisions of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend those who fled the scene.
Security measures have been heightened in the area to prevent further unrest, and police are actively working to identify all those involved. Residents have been urged to remain calm and disregard any rumors. Ganeshotsav celebrations in other parts of Raver police station limits continue peacefully, with police presence ensuring order.
