UP Kanwariyas Call Off Protest After Officials' Apology
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UP Kanwariyas call off protest after officials' apology
Kannauj: Hundreds of kanwariyas from Bilgram in neighbouring Hardoi district have ended their protest after senior district officials apologised to them following an alleged altercation with police personnel over the stopping of their DJ procession here, officials said on Saturday, August 22. The protest ended late Friday night, August 21. The kanwariyas had gathered on a ground in Kannauj on their way to perform ‘jalabhishek’ at the Baba Gauri …
In Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, a clash broke out late last night between Kanwariyas and the police over a DJ. Following the clash, the Kanwariyas created a prolonged and high-voltage uproar. Subsequently, police and administrative officials backed down and apologized to the Kanwariyas. The station officer even threatened to resign in front of the crowded Kanwariyas.
After a scuffle with the police, the Kanwariyas sat on the road and began protesting. The police inspector even threatened to resign. Meanwhile, the SDM folded his hands. After this, the Kanwariyas ended their protest.
A dispute broke out between the police and Kanwariyas during the Kanwar Yatra in Kannauj on Friday night. Kanwariyas became enraged when they were prevented from taking a DJ beyond the boarding ground. An argument between the two sides led to a clash. The angry Kanwariyas sat on the road and announced they would not perform the Jalabhishek, demanding the suspension of the Kannauj police station in-charge. The dispute escalated after the DJ was s…
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