Section 144 was imposed near Ramdas Chowrasta In Telangana’s Medak district after a clash erupted between two communities over the alleged illegal transport of cows on Saturday. At least seven people were injured in violence that broke out during a protest by Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leaders and Hindu Vahini Sena members.
According to Medak Superintendent of Police Office B Bala Swamy, the scuffle broke out after BJYM leaders staged a protest instead of filing a complaint when they intercepted members of another community for allegedly transporting cows.
“The scuffle led to some people receiving injuries. After that, both parties staged a protest on the road. The hospital where the injured persons were receiving treatment was also attacked,” Swamy said.
Police have taken a few persons into custody and an investigation is ongoing as cases are being registered against both parties.
“The police imposed Section 144 in the area and the situation is under control now,” Swamy said.
Notably, Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), which prohibits gathering of four or more people in an area, is usually implemented to avoid any protests that could lead to violence and riots.
(With ANI Inputs)
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