Haryana Nuh protest: Six dead, 116 arrested, CM Khattar urges for peace
Haryana Nuh protest: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar confirmed six deaths in the Nuh district violence and called for peace. A total of 116 people have been arrested in connection with the incident, including two Home Guards and four civilians. Khattar assured that those found guilty will face consequences and emphasized the government's commitment to public safety.
Haryana Violence: 6 dead, 116 people arrested, says CM Khattar
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The situation in the state is currently normal, with 20 paramilitary forces and 30 Haryana Police units deployed. Additional security has been implemented in the adjoining districts of Faridabad, Palwal, and Gurugram in response to the violence that erupted on July 31.
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Fresh violence was reported from various Haryana districts on Tuesday, including Gurugram's Badshahpur and Sohna road. Section 144 has been imposed for 48 hours in Nuh, and mobile internet services have been temporarily suspended in the district.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Varun Dahiya (Crime) assured that all schools, colleges, and workplaces are functioning normally, and there are no traffic restrictions. He urged people not to pay attention to rumors on social media and encouraged reporting of information through the helpline number '112.'
Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala expressed that the violence in Nuh could have been avoided if the yatra organizers had provided complete information to the district administration. Strict action will be taken against those responsible for the incidents of violence.
Deputy Commissioner Gurugram, Nishant Yadav, stated that the situation is under control, normalcy has been restored, and markets have reopened. The authorities have conducted a flag march in Gurugram, and efforts have been made to maintain peace.
In the aftermath of the violence, one death was reported in Sector 57 mosque in Gurugram, five vehicles were torched in Sohna, and two to three shops were vandalised. The security agencies are on alert mode to ensure public safety and prevent any further escalation of violence.
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- With inputs from agencies
