Jabalpur/Ujjain, Jan 23 Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday said his government would take tough action against those attempting to disrupt law and order in the state, reacting to the clash between two communities in Tarana town of Ujjain district.
Speaking in Jabalpur during an interaction with media persons, the Chief Minister reiterated that his government is known for ‘sushasan’ (good governance).
“Our government consistently advocates governance. Wherever there are shortcomings in the system, we take a firm stand. We are also capable of dealing with anyone who attempts to disrupt the peace of the state,” he said.
As per reports, a clash broke out on Thursday night after a group of people allegedly beat up two others -- one believed to be a functionary of a Hindu outfit — over a petty dispute in Tarana town of Ujjain. Some unidentified persons allegedly assaulted a VHP member and his companion.
Tension escalated on Friday when people from both communities allegedly pelted stones at each other, prompting police to take prompt action and deploy heavy security.
Videos of Friday’s clash surfaced on social media showing stones being pelted from both sides.
The Ujjain district administration issued prohibitory orders and flag marches were carried out in Tarana town.
Ujjain Superintendent of Police (SP) Pradeep Sharma said at least 20 people have been arrested and are being questioned. He added that police vehicles are patrolling the streets and appealing to people to maintain law and order.
Meanwhile, the Ujjain district administration has imposed Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
“So far 20 people have been identified and arrested. Meanwhile, police teams are holding meetings with representatives from both communities. At present, the situation is under control. However, security has been strengthened to avoid any further escalation in the area,” Sharma added.
Police officials further said some people were trying to create panic through rumours. Police teams are monitoring the situation and scanning CCTV footage to identify those involved in the clashes.
“Police teams are making announcements through loudspeakers in colonies and appealing to people not to pay attention to rumours. Police parties are alert to meet the challenges. Traffic movement in affected areas has resumed,” he added.
Notably, Tarana -- where the clash broke out -- falls in Ujjain, the home district of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, who also holds the home portfolio. Tarana is also one of the Assembly constituencies in the district and is represented by Congress MLA Mahesh Parmar.
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