Statue Uproar: Dr Ambedkar’s Memorial Desecrated in Madhya Pradesh

In Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, unidentified individuals uprooted and attempted to steal Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's statue, only to abandon it after being spotted. The same statue was later vandalized, sparking tension within the village. Authorities are investigating using CCTV footage to apprehend the culprits.

Unidentified individuals uprooted Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's statue in Jaitpura village, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, causing unrest. The thieves fled upon being noticed and abandoned the statue which was subsequently vandalized, as confirmed by local police.

The incident increased tensions in Dr. Ambedkar's birthplace region, prompting law enforcement to secure the site and involve senior officials including the Sub Divisional Magistrate to manage the situation.

Local police have initiated investigations, scrutinizing CCTV footage to identify the perpetrators, with two dedicated teams on the case aiming for swift justice.

(With inputs from agencies.)