Jaipur: Communal tension erupted in Jaipur’s Ramganj and its surrounding areas on Saturday after a man died after he was allegedly beaten by a mob following an accident involving two motorcycles.
The incident took place on Friday night when two motorcycles collided near Ramganj police station. One of the riders, identified as Rahul Rao, was seriously injured and was taken to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries on Saturday morning.
According to the police, a mob gathered at the hospital and started attacking Rao, who was a Muslim. The mob also allegedly attacked Rao’s family members and friends.
The police had to resort to lathi-charge and firing tear gas shells to disperse the mob.
The incident has sparked communal tension in the area, with members of both communities taking to the streets and demanding justice.
The police have arrested several people in connection with the incident, but the situation remains tense.
The Rajasthan government has deployed additional police forces in the area to maintain law and order.
The incident has been condemned by various political parties and civil society organizations. They have called for calm and urged people to maintain communal harmony.
The Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot, has appealed to people to maintain peace and harmony. He has also ordered a high-level inquiry into the incident.
The incident is a reminder of the fragile nature of communal harmony in India. It is important to address the root causes of communal tension and work towards building a more inclusive society.