Overview
- A dispute over removing stones and attempts to install iron railings near the Kalandari Mosque flared into clashes around 2–3 a.m. near Chomu’s bus stand.
- Reports say four to six policemen were injured and hospitalized in stable condition, with several officers suffering head wounds and police vehicles damaged.
- Officers used tear gas and mild force, including a lathi-charge, to disperse the crowd and regain control of the area.
- Reinforcements were deployed from Chomu, Harmada, Vishwakarma and Daulatpura as senior officials conducted flag marches to reassure residents.
- Police detained about half a dozen people and formed teams to identify those involved, with authorities announcing 24-hour communications curbs and promising strict legal action.