NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Narendra Modi
    Amit Shah
    Box Office Collection
    Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
    OTT releases
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / India News / Maharashtra: Section 144 imposed in Akola after clashes between groups
    Maharashtra: Section 144 imposed in Akola after clashes between groups
    India

    Maharashtra: Section 144 imposed in Akola after clashes between groups

    Written by Snehadri Sarkar
    May 14, 2023 | 10:37 am 2 min read
    Maharashtra: Section 144 imposed in Akola after clashes between groups
    Violent clashes between 2 groups in Maharashtra's Akola

    A clash between two communities over a minor dispute in the Old City Police Station area of Akola, Maharashtra, turned violent on Saturday, reported ANI. According to the news agency, a purported video clip showed the two groups creating a ruckus and pelting stones on the streets. Furthermore, the police revealed that an angry mob damaged some vehicles in the area as well.

    Why does this story matter?

    The latest development from Maharashtra comes more than a month after over 50 people were arrested in Jalgaon after communal clashes erupted between two communities over the occasion of Ram Navami. It is also worth noting that over the past few years, communal rifts have drastically increased in India with alleged targeted violence and riots, suggest reports.

    Section 144 in place in Akola

    The clashes on Akola allegedly broke out after a controversial social media post regarding a religious figure, which was later deleted. Following the violence, the administration decided to impose Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) Section 144 in the city. As per the news outlet Times Now, the police had to use some force to bring the situation under control.

    Angry mob rioting outside police station in Akola

    Violence, slogans, stone pelting in front of police station in Akola allegedly over a social media post.

    Who are these Rioters?https://t.co/lwcSzCZdy0

    — Ankur Singh (@iAnkurSingh) May 14, 2023

    2nd such incident in Akola in few days

    Reportedly, three individuals sustained injuries in the violence, while two-three policemen were also wounded. A senior police official said the administration deployed Special Reserve Police (SRP) to bring the situation under control in Akola. This is the second such incident in Akola in recent days after a violent clash between two groups was reported in the Shankar Nagar locality of the Akot File area.

    Situation now under control, says Akola SP

    Speaking about the violence on Saturday evening, Akola Superintendent of Police (SP) Sandeep Ghuge assured that the situation was under control in the area. He also added that the angry mob damaged some vehicles. "Violent clash erupted between two groups over a minor dispute... Section 144 Prohibition Order has been imposed in Akola city on the order of the district collector," he reportedly said.

    Visuals from Akola

    Clash broke out in #Akola of #Maharashtra between two groups over a social media post against a preceptor. Stone pelting took place, vehicles were burnt. Section 144 has been imposed after which the situation is stable as per police. pic.twitter.com/fYHDDhDNOJ

    — Shivani Mishra (@Shivani703) May 14, 2023

    25 arrested, case against 120 people registered

    Following the Saturday clashes, the police reportedly registered a case against 120 individuals in connection with the incident. So far, 25 people have been apprehended for rioting in the city. On the other hand, the police also urged the locals of Akola to maintain harmony and peace and not to believe in any sort of rumors.

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Related News
    Maharashtra
    Section 144

    Maharashtra

    Government withdraws all charges against ex-Mumbai Police chief Param Bir Param Bir Singh
    ED summons NCP's Jayant Patil in IL&FS money laundering case Enforcement Directorate (ED)
    Can't restore Thackeray government: SC on Shiv Sena rift Shiv Sena
    Handshake went wrong: Arijit Singh left injured after Aurangabad concert Arijit Singh

    Section 144

    Why Manipur is burning Manipur
    Manipur: Section-144, internet suspension extended in Churachandpur after fresh clashes Manipur
    Manipur: Internet banned, Section 144 imposed in Churachandpur amid violence Manipur
    Why are student organizations in Jharkhand protesting Jharkhand
    Next News Article

    Love India News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    India Thumbnail
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023