'Zero Tolerance': Bulldozer action in Mumbai's Mira Road after clashes amid Ram Mandir rally

Mira Road Clash: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and BJP leader, Devendra Fadnavis, reported that thirteen individuals have been arrested, and a thorough investigation is underway.

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Mira Road Clash: Security measures in Mira Road, Mumbai, have been intensified following a clash between two groups ahead of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha ceremony. Escorted by a substantial police and security presence, bulldozers have been deployed to dismantle "illegal" structures in Mumbai's Mira Road suburb, the site of recent clashes.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and BJP leader, Devendra Fadnavis, reported that thirteen individuals have been arrested, and a thorough investigation is underway. The government warns of 'zero tolerance' for those attempting to disrupt law and order.

Bulldozer Action After Ram Temple Rally

In the aftermath of clashes that occurred during and after the 'pran pratishtha' of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, bulldozers, accompanied by a significant police and security contingent, have been deployed to dismantle what authorities term "illegal" constructions in Mumbai's Mira Road suburb.

Violence Erupts Post 'Pran Pratishtha'

Visuals captured on Sunday evening and Monday afternoon depict clashes involving two groups throwing stones at each other in Mira Road's Naya Nagar area. The incidents unfolded as a Shri Ram Shobha Yatra passed through the locality, leading to heightened tensions.

Arrests Made, Strict Action Promised

Over a dozen individuals have been arrested by Monday night in connection with the clashes. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, in a post on X, declared severe punishment for anyone attempting to disrupt law and order in the state. He assured the public that strict action would be taken against the accused.

Police Response and Control Measures

Deputy Commissioner of Police Jayant Bajbale provided insights into the conflict, noting it began at 11 pm on Sunday when individuals from the Hindu community were raising slogans in vehicles. Swift police intervention led to the detention of some individuals, and a subsequent flag march was conducted to bring the situation under control.

Government's Stance and Ongoing Investigation

Devendra Fadnavis, emphasizing his commitment to maintaining law and order, highlighted that the police had been instructed to take strict action against the accused. The process of identifying other individuals involved is underway through the examination of CCTV footage. The government remains resolute in its stance against any attempts to disrupt peace and security in Maharashtra.

The deployment of bulldozers and the government's firm response underscore the gravity of the situation, emphasizing the need for stringent law enforcement measures to restore order and security in the aftermath of the Ram Mandir rally.