Armed Sikhs go on a rampage in Chandigarh, loot riot gear, fire tender: Watch
Armed Sikhs go on a rampage in chandigarh, loot riot gear, fire tender: Watch
New Delhi, Feb 09: At least 33 police personnel, including female officers were injured and dozens of police vehicles after armed Sikh protesters near the Chandigarh-Mohali data-border went on a rampage.
The prosters were part of the Kaumi Insaaf Morcha and were demanding the release of prisoners, also known as Bandi Sikhs, some of whom are the relatives of Beant Singh. Videos of the violence shared on the social media show the extent of the protest. police personnel can be heard screaming. The chandigarh police have filed a an FIR under sections for attempt to murder, rioting and assault of public servants at Mataur police station. A probe is currently underway.
Reports said that the Sikh protesters had gathered near the data-border at 1 pm on february 8. They had planned to march to Chief Minster, Bhagwant Singh Mann's residence. The police in a bid to prevent them had barricaded the road. Reports said that this angered the protesters, who then began getting violent by pelting stones at the police officials. The police on its part used water cannons to disperse the mob. The mob then got violent and attacked the police men.
Visuals on the social media show the armed Sikhs attacked the police with rods, sticks and swords. Sharp-edged weapons were also used by the protesters. In an attempt to enter chandigarh, the armed Sikhs also came on horses and tractors and ploughed into the barricades.
Reports said that the the use of force by the police further angered the protesters. They closed the water cannon vehicle and attacked the police officers controlling the vehicle. The Nihang Sikhs who were on the road, created a ruckus and damaged dozens of police vehicles. The barricades were dragged from their positions and moved away while the protesters continued to raise slogans.