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The aftermath of a stabbing incident involving two schoolboys in Udaipur has been marked by controversy and escalating tensions, culminating in the demolition of the 15-year-old accused's rented home. The incident, which occurred on Friday, triggered a wave of communal unrest, leading to the setting ablaze of vehicles and shops, as well as stone-pelting incidents. In response, the district administration imposed prohibitory orders and suspended internet services for 24 hours. The demolition of the accused's house, on the grounds of alleged encroachment on forest land, has further inflamed the situation, raising concerns about the appropriateness of such action in the context of the ongoing communal tensions.
The Udaipur Municipal Corporation, citing the forest department's notice, proceeded with the demolition on Saturday morning. Despite the absence of ownership documents from the landlord, the house was razed, leaving four families residing within homeless. The landlord, Rashid Khan, expressed outrage over the demolition, asserting that he was unjustly deprived of his property without any recourse. He stated that despite approaching the municipal corporation and police for intervention, they failed to prevent the demolition. Khan's claim of being left without a home, coupled with the ongoing communal unrest, highlights the potential for further escalation and grievances.
The 15-year-old accused and his father have been taken into custody and will be dealt with according to the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act. Meanwhile, the victim, also a 15-year-old, is reported to be stable. The incident has underscored the fragility of peace in Udaipur and the need for a measured response from authorities to ensure that law enforcement measures are not perceived as discriminatory or exacerbating existing tensions. The focus should be on addressing the underlying causes of the conflict, providing support to the affected families, and ensuring a fair and transparent investigation into the stabbing incident.
Source: Day after stabbing sparked communal tensions, Udaipur civic body demolishes house of class 10 boy