Tear Gas And Lathi Charge Used In Ujjain Mosque Removal Protests
· India · NDTV, India Today
Police in Ujjain resorted to firing tear gas shells and using lathi charges to disperse crowds protesting the removal of a local mosque. The structure was slated for demolition as part of a road-widening initiative in the city. Authorities are undertaking a broader infrastructure overhaul in Ujjain to accommodate the massive influx of pilgrims expected for the Simhastha Mela in 2028. Local security forces maintained a heavy presence in the area following the clashes to prevent further escalation.
Why it matters
The clashes highlight local tensions surrounding infrastructure expansion and religious structures ahead of the 2028 Simhastha Mela in Ujjain.
Read the original report — NDTV
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