Uttam Nagar tension: Muslim families forced to leave the area before Eid, ‘Khoon Ki Holi’ threats, case reaches Delhi High Court
The case of murder of a boy during Holi in Delhi’s Uttam Nagar area has raised security concerns on Eid. Meanwhile, amidst threats of playing ‘Khoon Ki Holi’, Delhi High Court has accepted a petition related to security for hearing. In the petition, it has been demanded from the court that adequate security measures should be taken in Uttam Nagar area during Eid. It has been alleged in the petition that the people of the area are being threatened that ‘Bloody Holi’ will be played on this Eid. The court has accepted the petition for immediate hearing and considering the seriousness of the matter, the possibility of giving instructions to the administration has been expressed. The local administration and Delhi Police have been directed to increase security in the area and remain proactive to prevent any kind of violence.
The violence during Holi increased tension in the area. A young man named Tarun died in the incident, while the cause of the dispute has been said to be a balloon filled with water. According to the police, the incident started between two families while celebrating Holi in JJ Colony. Initial investigation revealed that the brawl started when a woman was hit with paint from a water balloon. The dispute soon turned violent. Tarun, who was returning home after playing Holi, was attacked by a mob of about 15-20 people. According to the police, the mob beat Tarun to death. The violent incident has created tension in Uttam Nagar and raised concerns over security during festivals like Eid. For this reason the police and administration have become alert in the area.
Delhi Police has so far arrested a total of 14 people in the Tarun murder case, including three women. The three women had absconded immediately after the incident. According to the police, these women were allegedly hiding in Khayala area. According to the information, a water-filled balloon was splashed on a woman named Saira. It is alleged that after this incident, Saira called other members of her family, as a result of which the dispute turned into a violent clash.
The impact of the fights on Holi in Uttam Nagar area and the tension created after Tarun’s murder is now visible till Eid. Many Muslim families living in Hastsal village of the area are worried about security and are considering leaving the area until the situation becomes normal.
Families expressed apprehension
Many families expressed their intentions. He says that after the murder of a 26-year-old youth on Holi, threats from religious groups belonging to different communities have made the atmosphere very scary. Jameel Ahmed (55 years), owner of Mia Ji Restaurant, said that his family has been living in Uttam Nagar for almost 50 years. “I have three children and seven grandchildren. We are scared because we have heard leaders saying they will play ‘Khoon Ki Holi’. We have no place to go,” she said. Delhi Police said that they are holding meetings with the local people and so far no one has informed them about such a plan.
what happened on holi
The clash that started on Holi day on March 4 in Uttam Nagar area has maintained an atmosphere of tension till now. The dispute, which started with a water balloon, escalated into a violent clash between the two communities. An 11-year-old girl threw a water balloon, which hit a Muslim woman. After this a fight started between the two families. Tarun Kumar (26 years) of Hindu family was badly injured in the fight and died after 4 days. Police have arrested 14 people so far. Apart from this, two minors have also been caught. Even after almost two weeks of the incident, tension still persists between the two communities in the area. Many social and religious organizations are active and provocative statements and threats are being made from both sides. A provocative campaign is also being run on social media regarding this dispute.
Reaction of Muslim families
Farzana (22), who lives in Hastsal, said, “I have been living here for 20 years, but it is very shocking that the neighbors are not talking to you properly. We do not want to go, but Eid is special for us and we cannot stay here. There are threats of violence and attacks every day. We do not support violence and we have nothing to do with this case. We are thinking of leaving for a few days.”
Fear even in Hindu families
Local resident Bilal Rajput (47), a lawyer whose family has lived in the area since 1970, said, “One of my neighbours, whom our family has known for 50 years, told me that two of his tenants have left. I know a shopkeeper who has left. We are not going to leave the area, but cannot ignore the problem.” “Protests are taking place outside the metro station, in parks and other public places. There are barricades everywhere. Another neighbor (Hindu) told me to be safe as he is scared. We are all living in fear.”
Police is giving assurance of security
Delhi Police has given a statement on security measures during Eid amid the Holi controversy and subsequent tension in Uttam Nagar. Police have said that adequate arrangements have been made in the area and regular meetings are going on with both the communities. DCP Kushal Pal Singh appealed to the local people to stay in the area and assured of security during the festival. He said, “We sent 22 appeals to platforms like “We have held meetings with both the communities and there will be no violence.” Police have increased security in the area, increased surveillance in public places and assured strict action against any provocative activity.
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