Bhopal-At least six people were injured in a violent clash between two communities in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.The conflict, which involved stone-throwing and sword-brandishing, took place in the Jehangirabad area’s Old Grain Market locality—a mixed Sikh and Muslim area.The tension started after a man named Faiz allegedly drove recklessly through a Sikh-dominated street. During the confrontation that followed, Faiz reportedly attacked a Sikh community member with a vegetable cart knife.”Two days ago, there was a dispute between two parties over speeding of a motorcycle in which an FIR was registered,” DCP Zone-1 Bhopal, Priyanka Shukla, said.
After Faiz’s arrest, the situation took a turn when Sikh community members allegedly attacked a Muslim man named Michael.This triggered widespread stone-throwing and sword-brandishing targeting Muslim homes.Senior police officials immediately responded to reports of violence, turning the area into a heavily policed zone to bring peace.However, tensions remain high in Jehangirabad despite the measures.
Efforts were made to mediate between the groups, with Sikh community members later gathering at a Gurudwara.Authorities have since managed to bring the situation under control, although tensions remain high in the area.The police have committed to conducting a thorough investigation and have urged residents to maintain peace and avoid communal conflicts.