Delhi Demolition Drive: Stone Pelting Injures Police, 4 Arrested Near Mosque

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News18•07-01-2026, 18:18
Delhi Demolition Drive: Stone Pelting Injures Police, 4 Arrested Near Mosque
- •Over 100 protesters pelted stones at police and MCD officials during an anti-encroachment drive near Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid, Turkman Gate, Delhi.
- •The incident occurred around 12:40 am on Tuesday/Wednesday night, with protesters raising slogans and damaging government property.
- •Four individuals (Mohd Arib, Mohd Kaif, Mohd Kashif, Mohd Hamid) were arrested, a minor apprehended, and 10-15 others detained.
- •Five police personnel, including the SHO, were injured and admitted to LNJP Hospital.
- •An FIR was lodged at Chandni Mahal Police Station, and police are examining CCTV and drone footage to identify more culprits.
Why It Matters: Violence erupted during a Delhi demolition drive, leading to police injuries and arrests.
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