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Nashik Dargah Demolition Sparks Violence, Injures 21 Police Officers

The court-ordered removal of the Saat Peer Baba Dargah in Kathe Galli led to clashes, with police deploying tear gas and detaining 15 individuals.

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A bulldozer demolishing an allegedly illegal dargah in Nashik district of Maharashtra on Wednesday. (PTI Photo)
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The operation, carried out with the help of four JCBs, eight dumpers, and seven vehicles, was based on a Bombay High Court order declaring the structure unauthorised.  (VIDEO GRAB)

Overview

  • The Nashik Municipal Corporation demolished the unauthorised Saat Peer Baba Dargah on April 16, following a Bombay High Court order.
  • Violence erupted late on April 15 when a mob opposed the demolition, pelting stones at police and damaging vehicles.
  • At least 21 police personnel were injured, and three police vehicles were damaged during the clashes.
  • Police deployed over 500 personnel, used tear gas, and conducted lathi-charges to disperse the mob and restore order.
  • Authorities detained 15–20 individuals, seized 57 motorcycles, and are reviewing evidence for further legal action.