Stone pelting

Massive violence erupted in Murshidabad in West Bengal as a Muslim mob protesting against the Waqf Amendment Act clashed with police, set vehicles on fire, threw stones at trains and vandalized railway stations

This OpIndia compilation is based on media reports highlighting the severity of violence and unrest caused by Muslims during this time.

A senior official told OpIndia that though reports of stone pelting were received, the veracity of the claims are being investigated. Further information about the incident will be released through official channels once the investigation is over.

The devotees were returning from the Kalash Shobha Yatra after a visit to the Durga temple.

In 2011, Hamid was detained after mob violence erupted in Mominpura over the controversial burial of Sufi saint Baba Mustafa. He allegedly played an important role in the unrest, linked to internal disputes.

An argument broke out between the mob and members of the procession, which quickly escalated, leading to the stone pelting incident. Members of the Hindu community also resorted to stone pelting in retaliation. Nearby shops were vandalised during the incident and the Eid Market was temporarily shut.

Buniyadganj police station in-charge also dismissed reports of stone pelting and stated, "The situation is under control. No serious injuries have been reported, and the police are monitoring the area to prevent further disturbances."

The Hindus were assaulted by the Muslims when they reached near a mosque. They were also beaten with sticks.

The complainant further stated that the mob issued a chilling threat, stating, "You escaped today, but if you ever take out a procession again in front of us, we will eliminate you."

Sambhal Police have also launched a project named 'Safe Sambhal' to make the region safe. Under this project, the police are planning to install hundreds of CCTV cameras across the city.