Violence erupts in Kanpur as Muslims clash with cops, 6 hurt; several detained

According to reports, the violence broke out in the Becongunj area near Yatimkhana after police baton-charged some members of the minority community.

Shivani
Published on: 3 Jun 2022 12:47 PM GMT
Violence erupts in Kanpur as Muslims clash with cops, 6 hurt; several detained
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At least six persons were injured after violence erupted in Kanpur city of Uttar Pradesh on Friday as members of the minority community clashed with police.

According to reports, the violence broke out in the Becongunj area near Yatimkhana after police baton-charged some locals. Hundreds of people had taken to the streets in protest. Later, 16 people were taken into custody. The injured were rushed to the hospital.

Some locals, including shopkeepers, reportedly observed a shutdown and had taken out a procession after Friday prayers over an alleged insult to Prophet Mohammad. Soon after, the clash broke out.

While initially the situation was brought under control, the violence resumed a little later with at least two shots being fired. According to available reports, police have sought additional reinforcement. The stone pelting has currently stopped.

Joint commissioner of police Anand Prakash Tiwari said an investigation is underway and efforts are being to bring the situation under control. A number senior officials have reached the spot.

While appealing for peace, the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) said such an incident taking place when the country's President, Prime Minister and UP chief minister are in town is shameful for the state and those in charge of its law and order.

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