On Sunday, the town of Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh was engulfed in intense violence. Clashes between protesters opposing the Jama Masjid survey and the police resulted in four fatalities and numerous injuries, including 20 security personnel and four administration members. Stones and bricks were hurled, vehicles set ablaze, and stones directed at the police, prompting officials to disperse the crowd using tear gas and batons.
20 Police Injured, Deputy Collector Suffers Fracture
Moradabad's divisional commissioner, Anjaney Kumar Singh, reported that the rioters fired shots, injuring the SP's PRO in the leg, the CO was hit by pellets, and 20 security personnel were injured. A constable suffered a serious head injury, while the deputy collector's leg was fractured. Internet services have been suspended in Sambhal tehsil for 24 hours, and the district administration declared a school holiday for students up to class 12 on November 25. City borders are sealed following DM's entry ban order until December 1.
Four Lives Lost to Sambhal Violence
Four people perished in the Sambhal violence: Naeem, Bilal Ansari, Nauman, and Mohammad Kaif. Nauman and Bilal Ansari were laid to rest at 11 PM. A complaint has been filed with the National Human Rights Commission regarding the violence, with a private organization submitting a video showing the alleged police firing leading to the death of four youths.
Chandrashekhar Azad Announces Visit to Sambhal
Despite the entry ban for outsiders in Sambhal until December 1, Bhim Army Chief and Nagina MP, Chandrashekhar Azad, announced his visit today to meet the bereaved families. On X, Chandrahshekhar stated that government bullets have always targeted the marginalized. This harsh truth is well understood by us, whether it’s the SC/ST movements, the farmers' protests, or the CAA opposition. Every time, the police fired directly at unarmed demonstrators, taking away the lives of our people. I will soon meet injured police officers to uncover the truth behind this violence.
Source: aajtak
Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Government
Samajwadi Party's leader Akhilesh Yadav took to X, urging the Supreme Court to take immediate notice of the conspiracy to incite tension under the guise of surveys and to file cases against those involved in disrupting social harmony. He demands disciplinary and punitive action against those affiliated with the Bar Association. Akhilesh expressed that there was and is no hope from Uttar Pradesh's governance and administration.
Chappals, Bricks, and Stones Litter Streets after Violence
Images of the violence show protesters atop buildings and in front of the Shahi Jama Masjid, pelting stones at the police. A large number of chappals, bricks, and stones were scattered on a street. A viral video on social media depicts police officers firing towards a lane. In another clip, SP Krishna Kumar can be seen appealing to stone-pelters to avoid violence, heard urging, "Don't ruin your future for these politicians."
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21 Arrested, Including 2 Women
Divisional commissioner Anjaney Kumar Singh said the police used pellet guns and no lethal weapons. 21 people were detained, and various weapons recovered from them. Shots were fired from a house in the Nakhasa police area. Two women were among those arrested, and multiple ammunition casings were found at the firing scene. Weapons recovered from the homes of those detained.
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NSA to be Imposed on Those Involved in Violence
Firing occurred from a house in the Nakhasa police area's vicinity, with two women detained. Tension has persisted since Tuesday in Sambhal due to a court-mandated Jama Masjid survey, claiming a Harihar Temple stood there. Anjaney Kumar Singh stated that 21 people, including two women, are in custody, investigation underway, and NSA charges will be filed.
