Midnight Chaos: VHP Leaders and Police Clash at Ujjain’s Nagda Station
A midnight standoff erupts at Nagda police station in Ujjain as VHP leaders demand the transfer of a Sub-Inspector following a communal dispute.
A tense midnight standoff erupted at the Nagda police station in Ujjain after a local dispute between women spiraled into a high-voltage confrontation between Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leaders and police officials. The protest, which lasted until 2:00 AM, was fueled by demands for the immediate transfer of a female Sub-Inspector (SI).
The Spark: A Festive Greeting Gone Wrong
The unrest traces back to Indra Colony in Killipura, where the atmosphere of Dussehra greetings turned sour. According to reports, members of the Hindu community accused a Muslim woman of using objectionable language. The matter was taken to the authorities, resulting in the police registering a case against the woman under the SC/ST Act.
Escalation: Allegations Against the Sub-Inspector
The situation shifted from a community dispute to a clash with law enforcement when Dinesh Parmar, the city coordinator for the Bajrang Dal, intervened. Parmar alleged that while he was interfering in the police proceedings, Sub-Inspector Yogita Upadhyay attempted to physically assault him.
This allegation sparked outrage among organization members, who rushed to the Nagda police station to stage a sit-in, demanding the SI's immediate removal and transfer from the post.
Heated Arguments and Threats
As the protest intensified, the atmosphere inside the station became volatile. A fierce verbal battle broke out between Ramesh Prajapat, the VHP district treasurer, and CSP Vikram Ahirwar. The confrontation reached a peak when Prajapat reportedly challenged the CSP to call a constable, claiming he would slap the officer in retaliation.
Internal Friction Among Protesters
Interestingly, the tension was not limited to the police and the protesters. The night saw an unexpected rift within the demonstrating group, as a sharp disagreement broke out between VHP district treasurer Ramesh Prajapat and Bajrang Dal district president Devendra Sen, adding another layer of chaos to the midnight scene.
Resolution Through Assurance
The standoff finally came to an end in the early hours of the morning. The protesters dispersed only after senior police officials provided assurances that a thorough investigation into the allegations would be conducted and appropriate action would be taken based on the findings.