30-35 people threw stones, snatched police loud hailer: FIR on Delhi violence
In a shocking turn of events, a group of around 30-35 people allegedly resorted to violence during an anti-encroachment drive conducted by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) near the Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque in Central Delhi’s Turkman Gate on Wednesday. The incident has been documented in a First Information Report (FIR) lodged by a constable, which states that the group pelted stones and even snatched a government loud-hailer from the constable’s hand, causing damage to it.
According to the FIR, the constable was part of the team that was carrying out the anti-encroachment drive in the area. The drive was aimed at removing illegal encroachments and structures that were obstructing the roads and sidewalks. However, the situation took a turn for the worse when a group of people, estimated to be around 30-35 in number, gathered at the spot and started throwing stones at the police and MCD officials.
The constable’s complaint, as recorded in the FIR, states that “one person…snatched the government loud-hailer from my hand and damaged it.” This act of violence not only caused damage to government property but also posed a threat to the safety of the officials who were carrying out their duties. The FIR further states that the group of people was attempting to disrupt the anti-encroachment drive and prevent the MCD officials from carrying out their work.
The police have taken swift action in response to the incident, arresting five people who were allegedly involved in the violence. The police are also trying to locate the other individuals who were part of the group and were involved in the stone-pelting and snatching of the loud-hailer. The incident has been condemned by the authorities, who have stated that such acts of violence will not be tolerated and that those responsible will be brought to justice.
The anti-encroachment drive was being carried out by the MCD as part of its efforts to improve the infrastructure and civic amenities in the area. The drive was aimed at removing illegal structures and encroachments that were causing congestion and obstruction on the roads and sidewalks. The MCD officials had been trying to persuade the occupants of the illegal structures to vacate the premises voluntarily, but the situation took a turn for the worse when the group of people gathered and started throwing stones.
The incident has highlighted the challenges faced by the authorities in carrying out their duties, particularly in areas where there are strong sentiments and emotions involved. The police and MCD officials have to often navigate complex situations and balance the need to enforce the law with the need to maintain public order and safety.
In this case, the police have shown restraint and professionalism in handling the situation, despite being faced with violence and intimidation. The swift action taken by the police in arresting the accused and trying to locate the others involved has sent a strong message that such acts of violence will not be tolerated.
The incident has also raised questions about the role of community leaders and local politicians in such situations. It is often seen that community leaders and local politicians try to mobilize public opinion and emotions to further their own interests, without considering the consequences of their actions. In this case, it is not clear what role, if any, community leaders or local politicians played in inciting the violence, but it is clear that their actions can have serious consequences.
In conclusion, the incident of violence during the anti-encroachment drive in Central Delhi’s Turkman Gate is a disturbing one, and it highlights the challenges faced by the authorities in carrying out their duties. The police and MCD officials have shown professionalism and restraint in handling the situation, and it is hoped that those responsible for the violence will be brought to justice. The incident also raises questions about the role of community leaders and local politicians in such situations, and it is hoped that they will reflect on their actions and consider the consequences of their behavior.
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