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Nashik Police Injured During Violent Protests Over Court-Ordered Dargah Demolition

The Nashik Municipal Corporation removed an unauthorized dargah in Kathe Galli following a Bombay High Court order, sparking clashes that left 21 police officers injured and resulted in 15 detentions.

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Overview

  • The demolition of the unauthorized Satpeer Baba Dargah in Nashik's Kathe Galli was carried out early Wednesday morning as per a Bombay High Court directive.
  • Violent protests erupted late Tuesday night, with a mob of over 400 pelting stones at police and damaging vehicles, prompting the use of tear gas and lathi-charge to restore order.
  • At least 21 police personnel sustained injuries during the clashes, and three police vehicles were damaged in the violence.
  • Authorities detained 15 individuals, seized 57 motorcycles, and are reviewing evidence to file FIRs and proceed with further arrests.
  • Over 500 police officers were deployed to maintain law and order, and heightened security measures remain in place in the area to prevent further unrest.