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Ravidas temple row: Protest by Dalits turns violent, police vehicles vandalised

The protest against the demolition of Ravidas temple in south Delhi turned violent as thousands of Dalist from various parts of the country hit the streets. The police resorted to “mild lathicharge” and used tear gas after protesters set two motorcycles on fire and vandalised a police vehicle, causing injuries to a few policemen.

Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Azad was also detained from Tughlakabad and taken to Kalkaji police station. An FIR has been filed against him for rioting and unlawful activity.

According to Devesh Srivastav, Joint CP, Southern Range, “Over 2000 agitators attacked police personnel and vandalised their car.” We are investigating the situations, no arrest has been made, yet.”…

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/protest-by-dalits-against-ravidas-temple-demolition-turns-violent-5924844/

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