Clashes Erupt in Soorsagar Over Eidgah Gate Construction: 51 Arrested

Communal violence broke out in Soorsagar over the construction of a gate in an eidgah, leaving several injured including two police officers. Fifty-one people have been arrested and prohibitory orders under CrPC Section 144 imposed. The clash, which involved stone-pelting and arson, has led to heightened police presence.

Communal violence erupted in Soorsagar's locality over a gate's construction at an eidgah, police reported on Saturday. The incident left two police officers and several others injured.

According to Police Commissioner Rajendra Singh, 51 individuals have been arrested related to the Friday night clashes. Prohibitory orders under CrPC Section 144 have been enforced across six police station areas.

Jodhpur West DCP Rajesh Kumar Yadav stated that the conflict began over the gate's installation at the backside of an eidgah near Rajaram Circle. The tension escalated, resulting in stone-pelting that injured two officers.

Residents opposed the gate's construction, fearing increased foot traffic. The confrontation turned violent with instances of stone-pelting, arson, and vandalism, including the setting ablaze of a shop and a tractor and the vandalization of a jeep.

Police dispersed the crowd with batons and tear gas. Despite a momentary peace facilitated by senior community members, sporadic stone-pelting resumed, heightening tensions.

Efforts are underway to locate the sources of the stone-throwing. Prohibitory orders and arrests aim to stabilize the area. Authorities have lodged two FIRs and continue to investigate the incident.

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