Patiala: Khalistan supporters tried to rally near Kali Mata temple in Patiala district of Punjab yesterday. The Shiv Sena (Bal Thackeray) party also staged a rival rally condemning them. In this, the conflict between the two sides erupted. The two clashed with swords and knives. They were also involved in education. In this, many people, including the police, were injured.
Condemning the incident, Shiv Sena parties in Patiala yesterday called for a full blockade. As a result, internet services across the district were disabled from morning till evening. Also, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann yesterday suspended the Patiala Zonal IG, Special SP and SP for failing to control the conflict.
In addition, new officers were immediately appointed to these positions. Deer has accused the BJP and some Hindu organizations of trying to incite violence. Authorities said the situation in Patiala was under control.