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.