On Tuesday, 28th January, massive violence erupted in Bheempur in the city of Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh over the installation of Dr BR Ambedkar's statue on government land
The deceased Harbans Lal, aged 79 years, had an ongoing dispute with his Muslim neighbours over the cooking of meat and wanted to put fibre sheets on the wall to keep the smell of meat out.
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Following this, Abdul, Pappu and two others began thrashing the Hindu victim. The complainant alleged that accused Abdul hit him with a rod. Soon after, local people arrived, however, they allegedly threatened the victim.
A case has been registered against Zahid under several sections including POCSO. The college management has also suspended him. Further investigations are underway.
According to the complaint, Faizan then strangled the younger sister and threatened her with a knife, saying, "I will force your sister to accept Islam and convert her." Faizan brandished a gun and forcibly took the victim away on his bike.
Authorities have announced that the accused will face charges under the National Security Act (NSA). However, Ram Gopal's family and villagers remain dissatisfied with the police's actions.