Mhow clashes: Clashes broke out in Mhow town, located around 25 kilometers from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday following a celebratory rally to mark India’s victory in the ICC Champions Trophy final. According to local reports, the rally was allegedly attacked with stones by another group, sparking violent confrontations.
Indore District Collector Ashish Singh confirmed that the situation was swiftly brought under control, with law enforcement deployed to handle the unrest. “The exact cause will be determined later. For now, the situation is stable,” he stated.
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Victory Rally Turns Violent in Mhow
According to police sources, the violence began when a dispute broke out between two groups during the victory rally. The confrontation escalated into stone pelting and arson, resulting in damage to several vehicles. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Nimish Agarwal, told PTI, “A rally was being held in Mhow to celebrate India’s Champions Trophy victory when an altercation between two groups led to stone pelting.”
According to witnesses, a rally organized by cricket fans to celebrate India’s victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final descended into chaos when a large group began pelting stones at participants near the Jama Masjid area. The sudden attack caused panic, prompting rally-goers to abandon their motorcycles and flee.
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Tensions Escalate as Vehicles Torched; Authorities Maintain Control
In the aftermath, some of the abandoned motorcycles were reportedly set on fire, escalating tensions further. Police were swiftly deployed to restore order, and Indore Rural Superintendent of Police Hitika Wasal reached Mhow to evaluate the situation firsthand.
Officials confirmed that the incident resulted in no casualties, and law enforcement is actively working to prevent any escalation. “A police force has been deployed, and the situation is under control,” stated Agarwal.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the clash and are closely monitoring the area to maintain peace and stability.
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