Gujarat: Communal Clashes Erupt in Vadodara on Diwali Night, Police Launch Probe

Communal clashes broke out on Diwali night in Vadodara’s Panigate area and till Tuesday morning, the police have rounded up at least a dozen rioters while the process of identifying them is currently underway. According to reports, the clashes broke out over bursting of firecrackers near a college. Officials said street lights were cut off before the clash broke out, after which rioters from the two sides started hurling stones.

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Vadodara, Gujarat | An incident of stone pelting occurred near Muslim Medical center in Panigate last night. Police immediately reached the spot & took action; situation completely under control. CCTVs being checked & eyewitnesses' inquiry underway. Probe on: DCP Yashpal Jaganiya pic.twitter.com/fS6SjRIV87

— ANI (@ANI) October 25, 2022

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