Rajasthan Bypolls Turn Violent: SDM Assaulted, 60 Arrested

Clashes erupted after independent candidate Naresh Meena allegedly slapped a sub-divisional magistrate, leading to arson and stone-pelting in Tonk district.

Independent candidate Naresh Meena allegedly slapped SDM Amit Chaudhary during a protest over voting issues in Samravata village.
The altercation led to widespread violence, with supporters of Meena vandalizing and setting vehicles on fire.
Police arrested 60 individuals involved in the unrest, and additional forces were deployed to restore order.
Meena, who was suspended by the Congress, claimed the SDM provoked him and accused the police of mistreating his supporters.
Local authorities are assessing the damage and have promised legal action against those responsible for the violence.