Independence Day 2022: stone pelting during Tiranga Yatra in UP's Lucknow

Updated : Aug 17, 2022 20:52
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Editorji News Desk

On the occasion of India's 76th Independence Day, stone pelting occurred in Uttar Pradesh's capital Lucknow. The pelting incident occurred when a Tiranga Yatra, or tricolour march, was being taken out in the city.

Clashes occurred due to rivalry between two groups conducting the Tiranga Yatra, according to police officials quoted by news agency ANI. Stones were pelted by one group at the other.

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Some cars were damaged in the clashes, and a person received minor injuries. A case has been registered, and police teams formed for making arrests, according to ANI.

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