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Situation is peaceful: Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal on Nagpur violence

ANI March 18, 2025 168 views

Violent clashes erupted in Nagpur's Mahal area involving nearly 1,000 people causing significant damage to vehicles and property. Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal swiftly responded by imposing Section 144 and initiating arrest procedures for suspects. Authorities are meticulously reviewing CCTV footage to identify and prosecute individuals responsible for the disturbance. The situation has been brought under control, with police urging residents to remain calm and avoid spreading rumors.

"The situation is peaceful right now." - Dr. Ravinder Singal, Nagpur Police Commissioner
Nagpur, March 18: Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal on Monday assured the residents of Nagpur that the violence is under control and that the situation is now peaceful.

Key Points

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Large mob of 1000 people engaged in stone-pelting and vandalism

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Section 144 imposed to control escalating tensions

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Over 20 people detained in connection with violence

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Police conducting thorough investigation using CCTV footage

Section 144 has been imposed in the area, and the police have directed people not to step out unnecessarily.

The violent clashes erupted in Nagpur's Mahal area, where a mob of nearly 1,000 people engaged in large-scale stone-pelting, vandalism, and arson, injuring several police personnel and damaging multiple vehicles and homes. According to the Nagpur Police Commissioner, the incident occurred around 8-8:30 p.m.

Speaking to ANI, Nagpur Police Commissioner Dr Ravinder Singal said, "The situation is peaceful right now. A photo was burned, following which people gathered, we requested them, and we even took action in this respect. They had even come to my office to meet me. They were told that an FIR had been lodged based on the names they mentioned and action would be taken against them..."

Further, he added, "This (today's violence) incident occurred around 8-8.30 pm. Not many vehicles have been torched. We are taking an assessment of the same. Two vehicles have been torched and stone pelting has occurred...Police are undertaking combing action, and those involved are being identified and arrested...We have imposed Sec 144, and everyone has been told not to step out unnecessarily or take the law into their own hands. Do not believe rumours. Except for this area, the entire city is peaceful..."

Tensions broke out in the Mahal area of Nagpur following a dispute between two groups. The Nagpur Police are identifying and arresting those involved.

In response to the violence, Nagpur Police have issued prohibitory orders in the city and detained over 20 people. Authorities are analysing CCTV footage and video clips to identify the culprits, and an FIR is being registered. Police have urged residents to maintain calm and cooperate.

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