Security has been tightened around various areas in Ranchi on Friday to prevent repeat of violence and protest on Friday’s prayers as witnessed on June 10. Sources said that Ranchi police has Intelligence inputs that some anti-social elements are once again planning to create disturbance in Capital and in this connection they have also planned to take out a procession in Muslim dominated areas. However, this time the protest march will be taken out by women from Muslim community.
The Ranchi police as part of preventive measures have tightened security in the area. Several lanes and by-lanes have been barricaded. Drop gates have been erected at the entrance of several lanes and by-lanes of Hindpiri area which connects to Main Road. Also several localities of Hindpiri and Doranda areas which are sensitive have been sealed.
To prevent any untoward incident like June 10, large numbers of police personnel have been deployed in the Hindpiri, Doranda, Karbala Chowk and other areas. Temporary check posts have been created at several places on Main road. Security personnel will also be deployed at religious places such as temples and mosques. The Ranchi police will also monitor the situation through drone cameras.
Also the members of Peace Committee which comprises representative of Anjuman Islamia, Mahavir Mandal assured full cooperation to district administration. For the Friday prayers on June 17, the members have voluntarily taken the responsibility of offering prayers in a peaceful atmosphere.
Central Peace Committee will organize meetings in the streets; a message of peace would also be given to all sections of the people.
Meanwhile, the Ranchi police will also probe the role of PFI (Popular Front of India) on Friday violence. The Ranchi police have come to know that handlers from other cities such Saharanpur in UP has played vital role in Friday violence.
At least two people died and several others were injured in violence in Ranchi during protests after Friday prayers against suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma's remarks on Prophet Muhammad during a TV debate.
The protesters were demanding the arrest of suspended Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Nupur Sharma, clashed with the police, forcing officials to resort to lathi-charge and fire in the air. More than 30 persons have been arrested in connection with the violent protests.
Also lots of politics has occurred post Friday violence. On Tuesday, Ranchi police released posters of those indulged in violence seeking information about them from the public but later removed them.