Nagpur Violence: Woman Police Officer Assaulted as Clashes Escalate, Curfew Remains in Place

Amid ongoing curfew, an FIR reveals shocking details of a woman police officer being assaulted and misbehaved with during the unrest

Nagpur: A recent First Information Report (FIR) filed at Ganeshpeth Police Station has exposed disturbing details of violence against police personnel during the recent clashes in Nagpur. According to the FIR, an accused individual inappropriately touched an on-duty woman police officer from the RCP squad and made obscene gestures towards multiple women officers.

The identity of the accused remains unconfirmed, and no official reports have stated whether he has been arrested yet, ANI reported.

Security Tightened Amid Curfew

Following the violent clashes on March 17, authorities have imposed a strict curfew in 11 police station areas. While most parts of Nagpur are gradually returning to normalcy, security forces continue to monitor sensitive regions to prevent further unrest.

What Led to the Violence?

The unrest erupted during a protest led by Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal, demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The demonstration took a violent turn, resulting in large-scale disruptions. In response, the police enforced curfews, conducted route marches, and intensified security patrols to maintain order.

CM Fadnavis Calls Violence ‘Pre-Planned’

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis addressed the Assembly, describing the Nagpur violence as a “pre-planned conspiracy.” He linked the unrest to the growing sentiments following the release of the movie Chhava, which has reignited discussions about Aurangzeb’s historical actions.

“The Chhava movie has intensified people’s anger against Aurangzeb, but it is essential to maintain peace in Maharashtra,” Fadnavis stated. He condemned the attacks on police personnel and assured strict action against those responsible.

Targeted Attacks on Police

Addressing the Assembly, Fadnavis revealed that misinformation played a crucial role in escalating the violence. “Rumors were spread about the desecration of religious items, misleading people and provoking unrest. This appears to be a well-planned attack,” he said.

According to the CM, around 80 individuals engaged in stone-pelting and directly targeted police officers. “One officer was attacked with an axe, while three Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) sustained injuries,” he added.

Authorities continue to investigate the violence, reviewing CCTV footage and witness statements. Further arrests are expected as the probe progresses.