Two Arrested for Vandalizing Ambedkar Statue in Ghaziabad
Police in Ghaziabad, India, have arrested two individuals for vandalizing a statue of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar in the Loni area. The incident, which occurred on a Sunday, triggered immediate sit-in protests that caused significant traffic disruptions on the Delhi-Saharanpur Highway. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Rural) Surendra Nath Tiwari confirmed the arrests of Manish, 26, from Sangam Vihar, and Jonty alias Prince, 26, from Saraswati Vihar. The suspects were apprehended following a swift investigation involving CCTV footage analysis and the deployment of a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team. A formal case has been registered against the accused. The vandalism drew sharp condemnation from political leaders, including BJP’s Loni MLA Nand Kishor Gurjar, who demanded stern action. Gurjar emphasized that Dr. Ambedkar is a revered figure across all communities and expressed deep hurt over the disrespect shown. The police assured that the conspirators would not be spared, highlighting the sensitivity of the issue and the community's anger. This event underscores the ongoing social tensions surrounding the respect for historical figures in the region.
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Two Arrested for Vandalizing Ambedkar Statue in Ghaziabad
Police in Ghaziabad, India, have arrested two individuals for vandalizing a statue of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar in the Loni area. The incident, which occurred on a Sunday, triggered immediate sit-in protests that caused significant traffic disruptions on the Delhi-Saharanpur Highway. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Rural) Surendra Nath Tiwari confirmed the arrests of Manish, 26, from Sangam Vihar, and Jonty alias Prince, 26, from Saraswati Vihar. The suspects were apprehended following a swift investigation involving CCTV footage analysis and the deployment of a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team. A formal case has been registered against the accused. The vandalism drew sharp condemnation from political leaders, including BJP’s Loni MLA Nand Kishor Gurjar, who demanded stern action. Gurjar emphasized that Dr. Ambedkar is a revered figure across all communities and expressed deep hurt over the disrespect shown. The police assured that the conspirators would not be spared, highlighting the sensitivity of the issue and the community's anger. This event underscores the ongoing social tensions surrounding the respect for historical figures in the region.
The Indian Express