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*In separate instances in Madhya Pradesh, reports indicate two occurrences of stone-pelting and arson during Ram Navami processions. One such procession, originating from the Talab Chowk area, had to be prematurely abandoned due to a barrage of thrown stones. This incident led to the incineration of several vehicles. Law enforcement authorities intervened by deploying tear gas shells to restore order. The violence during these incidents led to a total of 24 casualties, including 6 police personnel. The Superintendent of Police for Khargone was also wounded during this period.<ref>{{cite web |title=Curfew in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone city after stone pelting at Ram Navami procession triggers arson; 77 arrested |url=https://m.economictimes.com/news/india/curfew-in-madhya-pradeshs-khargone-city-after-stone-pelting-at-ram-navami-procession-triggers-arson-77-arrested/articleshow/90776701.cms |website=The Economic Times |date=11 April 2022}}</ref> | *In separate instances in Madhya Pradesh, reports indicate two occurrences of stone-pelting and arson during Ram Navami processions. One such procession, originating from the Talab Chowk area, had to be prematurely abandoned due to a barrage of thrown stones. This incident led to the incineration of several vehicles. Law enforcement authorities intervened by deploying tear gas shells to restore order. The violence during these incidents led to a total of 24 casualties, including 6 police personnel. The Superintendent of Police for Khargone was also wounded during this period.<ref>{{cite web |title=Curfew in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone city after stone pelting at Ram Navami procession triggers arson; 77 arrested |url=https://m.economictimes.com/news/india/curfew-in-madhya-pradeshs-khargone-city-after-stone-pelting-at-ram-navami-procession-triggers-arson-77-arrested/articleshow/90776701.cms |website=The Economic Times |date=11 April 2022}}</ref> | ||
A similar stone-pelting incident was recorded in Sendhwa town of Barwani district. In this occurrence, the in-charge of a police station, Baldev Singh Mujalde, and five others sustained injuries. The situation was eventually brought under control, allowing the procession to continue in a peaceful manner. | :A similar stone-pelting incident was recorded in Sendhwa town of Barwani district. In this occurrence, the in-charge of a police station, Baldev Singh Mujalde, and five others sustained injuries. The situation was eventually brought under control, allowing the procession to continue in a peaceful manner. | ||
*On April 10, a Ram Navami Procession within Howrah, West Bengal, encountered an attack resulting in the procession being disrupted. The assault, reportedly initiated by local Muslims, led to injuries sustained by numerous participants, predominantly due to stone-pelting. Social media platforms showcased multiple videos capturing the incident, revealing the procession's encounter with the attack. Allegations circulated regarding stone-pelting from a Muslim crowd, while local law enforcement was perceived as passive observers.<ref>{{cite web |title=Howrah violence has Bengal on boil: Shah dials Governor, CM blames BJP |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/kolkata/howrah-west-bengal-stone-pelting-ram-navami-8530431/ |website=The Indian Express |language=en |date=31 March 2023}}</ref> | *On April 10, a Ram Navami Procession within Howrah, West Bengal, encountered an attack resulting in the procession being disrupted. The assault, reportedly initiated by local Muslims, led to injuries sustained by numerous participants, predominantly due to stone-pelting. Social media platforms showcased multiple videos capturing the incident, revealing the procession's encounter with the attack. Allegations circulated regarding stone-pelting from a Muslim crowd, while local law enforcement was perceived as passive observers.<ref>{{cite web |title=Howrah violence has Bengal on boil: Shah dials Governor, CM blames BJP |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/kolkata/howrah-west-bengal-stone-pelting-ram-navami-8530431/ |website=The Indian Express |language=en |date=31 March 2023}}</ref> | ||