India's Haryana state tense after 6 killed in communal clashes
Authorities in India have taken swift action in response to deadly communal clashes that have engulfed parts of northern Haryana state.
The violence, which erupted during a religious procession by Hindus in the Muslim-dominated Nuh district on Monday, has resulted in the loss of six lives and left around 60 people injured.
To contain the situation, a curfew has been imposed, internet services suspended, and thousands of paramilitary forces deployed to the affected areas, including the city of Gurugram, located just outside the capital, New Delhi.
The initial clashes occurred in the Nuh district and tragically claimed the lives of four people, including two police officers. Over the course of the following day, two more civilians succumbed to their injuries, adding to the gravity of the situation.
As tensions escalated, the unrest spilled over into the neighboring city of Gurugram, where a mosque was set on fire and its cleric was killed. Numerous shops and eateries also fell victim to vandalism and arson.
In response to the escalating violence, 116 individuals have been arrested so far, according to Manohar Lal Khattar, the chief minister of Haryana state. While the situation remains tense, the authorities have sought to maintain normalcy, with police officials asserting that educational institutions and offices are operating as usual. However, to prevent further outbreaks of violence, orders banning public gatherings of four or more people are still in force.
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