Jodhpur Eid violence: why clashes broke out; cops detain accused; Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot's peace call

Following violence in Rajasthan's Jodhpur on Eid and a day earlier, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot appealed for peace.

Stone pelting was reported from the city on May 3 after tension escalated again. The clashes broke out over the issue of religious flags put up in public places.

One group installed Eid flags at a roundabout alongside the statue of freedom fighter Balmukund Bissa. Another group objected to this, claiming that a saffron flag installed at the same spot for Parshuram Jayanti had gone missing.

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At least five police personnel were injured, and some vehicles were damaged. Subsequently, police detained several police who were allegedly involved in the violence. Mobile internet services were suspended in the area to prevent rumour-mongering.

Rajasthan's Chief Minister held a meeting with senior officials and police officers to take stock of the situation. Gehlot said, "The tension in Jodhpur since last night is unfortunate. The Rajasthani, Marwari tradition is of loving, peaceful co-existence between all communities at all times, during all festivals. I appeal to people to maintain peace, end the tension. Because, an atmosphere of violence is not in the interest of people of Jodhpur. We'll strictly deal with anti-social elements. I have given these instructions to police. I would also like to make an appeal to politicians. The first duty of workers, leaders, or representatives of any party is to ensure that there is no violence or tension."

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