US EditionEnsure no one plays mischief; take steps to prevent ugly, untoward situation in Uttam Nagar area: Delhi HC to authorities.
Delhi High Court mandates ongoing police deployment in Uttam Nagar amid communal tensions after a murder, with 14 arrests made to ensure peace through Ram Navami.
- On Thursday, The Delhi High Court ordered Delhi Police to implement robust security in Uttam Nagar for Eid, directing authorities to ensure "no one plays mischief" and maintain communal harmony.
- Tensions escalated after a 26-year-old man named Tarun was killed during Holi celebrations on March 4, with petitions alleging that inflammatory rallies and provocative speeches have since created fears of communal violence.
- The Association for Protection of Civil Rights filed a petition detailing rallies including "Akrosh Sabhas," where speakers allegedly incited violence against the Muslim community.
- During the hearing, the Centre confirmed central paramilitary forces have been deployed in Uttam Nagar to prevent escalation, while Delhi Police have arrested 14 individuals and apprehended two minors.
- The Court ordered heightened security arrangements to continue until Ram Navami, with the matter scheduled for further hearing on April 6 as authorities urge restraint from all communities.
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Ensure peaceful Eid, Ram Navami: Delhi High Court to police amid Uttam Nagar tension
The bench directed the authorities to ensure that no one plays any mischief that has the potential to create any "untoward situation". It clarified that the police arrangements in the area shall continue till the upcoming festival of Ram Navami.
Delhi HC orders strict policing to prevent communal flare-up amid tensions after Uttam Nagar killing
The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi Police and local administration to take all necessary steps to ensure the peaceful and dignified observance of Eid in the Uttam Nagar area, amid concerns over possible communal tension. The Court emphasised that the police arrangement must be robust enough to instill a sense of safety and security among residents and prevent any untoward incidents. Issuing clear directions, the High Court said authorit…
Ensure peaceful, dignified Eid in Uttam Nagar: Delhi HC tells police
New Delhi, Mar 19 (PTI) The Delhi High Court on Thursday directed the city police and administration to ensure a conducive atmosphere for peaceful, dignified observance of Eid in Uttam Nagar where a 26-year-old man was killed in a clash on Holi. A bench of Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia said […]
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