Section 144 imposed on Jawad after clashes

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Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure were on Friday imposed at Jawad tehsil in Madhya Pradesh’s Neemuch district following clash between two communities.
Trouble began when stones were pelted while a religious procession was being taken out by the members of one community. Soon, members of both communities entered into a violent clash. A few vehicles were ransacked during the clash. Some people also tried to set ablaze a few shops. About a dozen people were injured during the clash. Police rushed to the scene and controlled the situation. Additional police forces have been deployed. A vigil was being maintained in sensitive areas. Inspector General of Police (Ujjain Range) V Kumar told that situation is under control.
Daily Pioneer
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