Fadnavis urges peace amid Nagpur violence over rumours of burning holy book

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Tension gripped central Nagpur on Monday when stones were hurled at police amid rumours that the holy book of the Muslim community was burnt during an agitation by a right-wing body for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, leaving four persons injured, officials said.

Officials said the Chitnish Park to Shukrawari Talao road belt was most affected by violence as per the preliminary information, where some four-wheelers were set afire by rioters.

Police fired tear gas shells and resorted to cane-charge to disperse the mob in Chitnis Park and Mahal areas.

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Published On: 2025-03-17 @ 22:21:04 (22 hours ago)

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