At least four people suffered injuries after an argument over bursting firecrackers by children fanned to a stone-pelting incident among two groups in Madhya Pradesh's Indore on Friday (November 1). According to the information released, the incident took place in the Chhatripura area, wherein an argument over children bursting crackers escalated into a clash between two groups.
About the incident
Deputy Commissioner of Police Rishikesh Meena, speaking of the details of the incident, said the police had to retort to the flag march to restore peace and order.
"Some people had an argument over children bursting crackers. This was fanned by an old rivalry between neighbors. It soon led to stone-pelting between two groups, resulting in minor injuries to four persons. Some vehicles were also damaged in the stone pelting," the official said.
"A flag march was carried out in the area, where the situation is completely under control now. People must ignore rumors and maintain peace. There is a sizable police presence in the Chhatripura area," Meena added.
Investigation underway
Significantly, the official said that the Chhatripura area where the incident happened had people from both Hindu and Muslim communities. However, they added that whoever is responsible for the incident will have to face stringent police action.
Moreover, in terms of the police investigation into the incident, the officials said they are checking the CCTV footage to identify those who disturbed law and order.
Madhya Pradesh CM reacts
Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav in a statement released, condemned the incident. He said, "Children in Indore were bursting crackers and celebrating Diwali, however, they were stopped from doing so and people tried to take law in their hands. This is not acceptable in our government. We respect every religion equally... Our government is known for good governance and we will not tolerate anyone stopping people from celebrating."
(With inputs from PTI)
