Chaos returned to Madhya Pradesh’s Tarana on Friday as rival factions clashed violently post-prayers, igniting two buses, smashing storefronts, and pelting stones across the Ujjain locality. Massive police mobilization worked to pacify the inflamed situation.
Sparked by a minor road dispute on January 22 involving a bus, tensions boiled over into communal strife with acts of destruction and fire. Unknown elements amplified the fury Friday, burning vehicles and sowing fear.
Officers arrived promptly, regaining control. Ujjain SP Pradeep Sharma filed attempted murder cases against six, emphasizing tough measures and peace appeals.
Key trigger: the rear ambush on Sohail Thakur, battered severely on the head and hospitalized in Ujjain—condition now stable. Complaint lists Sappan Mirza, Ishaan Mirza, Shadab alias Idli, Salman Mirza, Rizwan Mirza, Naveed; five arrested, four probed.
Building on prior unrest from a Hindu activist assault that wrecked buses, the day saw closed markets, round-the-clock checks, and station protests. Groups demanded property razings and public drags, holding firm with Hanuman Chalisa recitals.
CCTV scrutiny eyes additional culprits. Viral clips of arson circulate unverified. Aligning with Basant Panchami, STF units and 300 personnel reinforce security. Administration beseeches tranquility from all.