Tension has risen in Rajasthan’s Jaipur, specifically in the Mahesh Nagar area, due to a dispute over alleged illegal liquor sales. The situation escalated into violence, vandalism, and arson, leading to the detention of over a dozen individuals by the police. The incident occurred near the Kartarpura drain late Sunday night, following repeated complaints from locals about liquor being sold beyond permissible hours.
Eyewitnesses reported that a heated argument broke out between residents and the shop operator’s associates after objections were raised against the alleged illegal liquor sale. This dispute quickly turned physical, resulting in clashes and violence between the two sides. Several vehicles were damaged, and a motorcycle was even set on fire during the altercation.
The confrontation intensified as additional men were called in by the shop operator’s associates, leading to a further escalation of violence. The situation worsened with the vandalism of three motorcycles and a Scorpio vehicle. One motorcycle was set ablaze in front of police personnel, causing panic among residents who fled their homes. In the chaos, a local resident named Ramavatar Saini sustained injuries, prompting the police to call an ambulance amid demands for immediate arrests by angry locals.
To restore order, police from various stations, including Mahesh Nagar Police Station, Sodala Police Station, Shiprapath Police Station, and Jyoti Nagar Police Station, were deployed. Senior officers, such as ACP Sodala Sunil Kumar and station in-charges, were present at the scene to manage the situation. Following police intervention, the situation calmed down, and the injured individual was taken to the hospital.
Local residents expressed frustration over previous complaints regarding late-night liquor sales being unaddressed, allowing the issue to persist. Police have detained multiple suspects and are working to identify others involved in the violence. Authorities have assured that strict action will be taken against those responsible for the acts of vandalism and arson.
