Bahraich horror: How the violence unfolded

TNN / Updated: Oct 15, 2024, 08:17 IST

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During a Durga idol immersion procession in Maharajganj Bazaar, a conflict over a DJ escalated into violence, including stone-pelting and a fatal shooting. Police struggled to control the situation. The incident drew political attention, leading to increased security and a directive for strict action against those responsible. Normalcy was restored after a heavy police deployment.

Bahraich horror: How the violence unfolded

LUCKNOW: Tensions flared once again in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, following a violent clash during a Durga idol immersion in Mahasi on Sunday.
The violence erupted when the procession passed through a Muslim-majority area, sparking an argument.
The situation worsened when a devotee Ram Gopal Verma was killed during the clash. A post-mortem revealed over 30 pellet injuries to his chest.
As the unrest escalated, vehicles were set ablaze, and several people were injured.
In response, chief minister Yogi Adityanath ordered strict action and increased security in the area to restore peace.
Here's a breakdown of the chain of events:
Oct 13, 3pm

Durga idol immersion procession in Maharajganj Bazaar stops when a particular community objects to DJ.

Tensions escalate, both sides indulge in stone-pelting.

Police arrive but struggle to control the situation.

3.30pm

Ram Gopal Mishra, a devotee, climbs onto a rooftop and removes a flag replacing it with a saffron one.
Stone-pelting intensifies, and community members armed with swords and knives target the procession.

4pm

Ram Gopal is dragged into a house, where he is severely beaten and shot multiple times.
Another man, Rajan, tries to save him, but is critically injured.

6pm