Violence Erupts in Pune Over Controversial Social Media Post
Clashes in Pune Sparked by Social Media Dispute
In Pune, Maharashtra, tensions escalated between two groups following a controversial social media post made by a local youth. The situation quickly deteriorated into violent confrontations involving stone pelting, arson, and vandalism. Authorities had to deploy tear gas to regain control as clashes intensified. One individual has been apprehended in connection with the unrest.
The conflict reportedly ignited when a member of a specific community shared an objectionable post online, provoking outrage among another group in Yavat village, situated in the Daund Tehsil of Pune.
A police spokesperson indicated that one faction targeted properties and structures belonging to the opposing community, throwing stones and even igniting a motorcycle.
A significant police presence has been established in Yavat village to manage the ongoing tensions stemming from the social media incident. Authorities noted that a related disturbance had occurred in the village just a week prior, which had already heightened tensions. Local residents took to the streets, with some youths attempting to damage property.
Police Response and Ongoing Tensions
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Heavy deployment of Police personnel made in Yavat village at Daund Taluka of Pune District.
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Tense situation in Yavat village following an alleged objectionable social media post posted by a youth here. Police say that an incident had occurred in the… pic.twitter.com/eQYX8bvkIw
According to reports, the police confirmed that a similar incident had taken place in the village the previous week, contributing to the already charged atmosphere. Following the recent violence, villagers again took to the streets, with some attempting to vandalize local structures.
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Special Inspector General (IG) for Kolhapur, Sunil Phulari and SP Sandeep Singh Gill arrive at the area where tensions prevail in Pune.
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Tense situation in Yavat village following an alleged objectionable social media post posted by a youth here. Police say… pic.twitter.com/kwKmH89Idl