“Tensions in Himachal Pradesh: Muslims accused of firing at Hindus during Mahashivratri celebration”, Organiser, February 26, 2025:
“A violent altercation erupted in the Gwalathai region of Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of Mahashivratri, following objections raised by members of the Muslim community against a Hindu religious gathering.
The clash, which took place outside a steel factory, resulted in injuries on both sides and has since led to cross First Information Reports (FIRs) being filed by the police. However, authorities have dismissed allegations of a communal dispute, stating that the altercation stemmed from issues related to the local truck union.
According to reports, members of the truck operators’ union, primarily comprising Hindus from the Naina Devi Assembly constituency, had organised a bhandara in celebration of Mahashivratri. Tensions arose when individuals from the Muslim community allegedly objected to the event, leading to an argument that quickly escalated into violence…….”
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