Nagpur Violence: So, things got pretty intense in Nagpur. A full-on curfew has been slapped on multiple areas of the city because of, well, let’s just say some serious tension over the whole “remove Aurangzeb’s grave” demand. Yup, that’s actually a thing. And it’s escalated big time.
What Went Down in Nagpur?
Okay, so here’s the breakdown. Maharashtra’s Junior Minister for Home (Urban), Yogesh Kadam, came out early Tuesday morning and confirmed that the cops have detained 47 people in connection with the Nagpur Violence. Apparently, the situation turned nasty real fast, and now, the police are trying to figure out what exactly caused it. So far, the official word is shrug—they don’t know yet, but they’re on it.
Oh, and it’s not just detentions. The chaos left 12 to 14 police officers injured. Some of them have ligament tears—so yeah, not just a few minor bruises. Two to three civilians also got hurt. Kadam assured everyone that authorities are investigating the whole thing and trying to get to the bottom of it.
Police Crackdown & More Chaos
So, here’s the kicker—by afternoon, everything was supposedly handled. FIRs were filed, police did their thing, and all was good… or so it seemed. Then, bam! A few hours later, another group popped up and went on a vandalism spree. Kadam wasn’t happy. He straight-up called out this second wave of destruction and said that strict action will be taken against those responsible.
His exact words? “Stringent action will be taken on those who took the law into their hands.” That’s political talk for “uh-oh, they’re in trouble.”
Leaders React to Nagpur Violence
Now, let’s talk about how politicians reacted because, of course, they did. BJP MP Kamaljeet Sehrawat stepped in and basically told everyone to chill. She asked people to stop listening to random rumors and focus on facts.
Her advice? “There are some people in the country who take advantage. I appeal to the public to understand the facts and not pay attention to rumors and to stay together harmoniously.”
Meanwhile, BJP MLA Pravin Datke rolled up to Hansapuri—the main violence-hit area—and dropped a bombshell. He straight-up said this whole thing was planned. According to him, the vandalism of shops, destruction of cameras, and everything that went down wasn’t just random rage—it was organized.
He also pointed out something sketchy. Apparently, if there were two shops—one belonging to a Hindu, one to a Muslim—only the Hindu-owned shop got trashed. A Muslim vendor’s roadside stall? Totally fine. But an elderly lady’s stall? Wrecked. Datke thinks this all screams pre-planned attack.
The Police & Their “Delayed Response”
Datke wasn’t done. He went off on the police, accusing them of not standing with the Hindu community. He even suggested that a good chunk of the mob wasn’t even from Nagpur. “A large part of the mob came from the outside,” he claimed. And then came the heavy words—”If the Police don’t take action, Hindus will be forced to take the next step.” Yikes.
The Official Curfew Order & What It Means
Alright, so here’s how things stand. Maharashtra police just dropped an official notice, and it’s pretty straightforward—”Hey, everyone, stay home. Seriously.” They’re not messing around.
This curfew is being enforced under Section 163 of the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). What does that mean? Simple—don’t step out unless you have an insanely good reason.
Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Kumar Singal made it official. And yeah, this isn’t one of those “for a few hours” curfews. It’s staying in place until further notice. No one knows exactly how long, so, for now—just assume it’s a while.
Here’s where the curfew is in full effect:
- Kotwali
- Ganeshpeth
- Tehsil
- Lakadganj
- Pachpaoli
- Shantinagar
- Sakkardara
- Nandanvan
- Imamwada
- Yashodharanagar
- Kapilnagar
So, if you’re in any of these places, yeah… good luck.
How It All Started
Alright, so let’s rewind for a sec. What set off this whole mess? Well, here’s the scene—March 17, and a crowd of 200-250 people, mostly from the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal, gathers near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Mahal, Nagpur. Why? Because they want Aurangzeb’s grave gone.
Yup. That’s the main demand. And it wasn’t just quiet protesting either. Slogans were shouted, and to really make a statement, they brought out a symbolic green cloth filled with cow dung cakes (yep, you heard that right). Let’s just say, tensions didn’t exactly decrease after that.
Fast forward to 7:30 PM, and boom—another crowd of about 80-100 people showed up in Bhaldarpura. And that’s when things really went downhill. Roads got blocked, tempers flared, and suddenly, law and order just left the chat. And just like that—curfew.
The Lockdown Rules & Penalties
So, what does this curfew actually mean? Well, for starters, stay home. Unless you’ve got a medical emergency, you’re not allowed to step out. Also, no more than five people can gather in one place.
The police also have full authority to close roads and block access to affected areas. And if you think you can just ignore the curfew—bad idea. Anyone caught violating the lockdown will be punished under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Not worth the risk.
Who’s Exempt?
Now, obviously, there are exceptions. The order clarifies that the curfew doesn’t apply to:
- Police officers on duty
- Government and administrative officials
- Students appearing for exams
- Fire brigade personnel
- Other essential service workers
So, if you’re a regular citizen, you’re staying home. But if you’re out there fighting fires or running the city, you’re good to go.
