Ujjain Violence: Stone-Pelting, Vandalism in Tarana; 15 Arrested, CM Vows Strict Action

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News18•23-01-2026, 20:38
Ujjain Violence: Stone-Pelting, Vandalism in Tarana; 15 Arrested, CM Vows Strict Action
- •Violence erupted in Tarana, Ujjain, involving stone-pelting and vandalism of vehicles, leading to 15 arrests so far.
- •Section 144 has been imposed in Tarana, creating an undeclared curfew-like situation with markets closed.
- •CM Mohan Yadav stated that Madhya Pradesh is an 'island of peace' and vowed strict action against those disturbing it.
- •The unrest began with a minor dispute between two groups that escalated, resulting in damage to 15 buses and over a dozen cars.
- •Hindu organizations protested at the police station, demanding arrests and reciting Hanuman Chalisa, while police monitor social media for misinformation.
Why It Matters: Ujjain's Tarana witnessed violence, arrests, and Section 144, with CM Yadav promising strict action.
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