Petty issues lead to communal tension
2014-07-06
Two youths from different communities had a fight for a seat in the bus. The bus was going to Raisen. After reaching Raisen, they both called their supporters. The dispute took a big communal angle. The two communities pelted stones at each other. 4 shops were burnt along with several vehicles. Many other shops and vehicles were damaged too. There were gun fires as well. Police came to the spot and fired tear gas shells. They also opened firing to control the mob. 7 people got injured, 3 with gunshot wounds. 33 peolple were held for the violence.
