Gunfire erupts over land dispute in northern India; multiple rounds fired as tensions escalate
by Aditi VermaA fierce gunfight broke out between two groups in the Muslim-majority town of Bhargain, Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday, following a dispute over a demand for five lakh rupees in exchange for land.
The incident took place at Bhargain, a town located in the Kasganj district on August 13.
Visuals showed in a residential area, a group of individuals openly engaged in firing without any fear. Each member of the group held a pistol, recklessly discharging rounds into the air. The scene was tense, with the men brazenly brandishing their weapons, showing no concern for the consequences or the safety of those around them.
Tensions flared in Bhargain, Kasganj, when a land-related dispute escalated into a violent confrontation between two groups on Tuesday. The conflict arose after Mohammad Hasan, also known as Channa, allegedly demanded five lakh rupees from Shah Alam in exchange for allowing construction on a plot of land. Shah Alam had previously filed a police report against Hasan regarding the demand.
The altercation quickly turned violent, with both sides resorting to firearms, including rifles, revolvers, and pistols. As gunfire echoed through the streets, the residents of Bhargain were gripped with fear, taking refuge in their homes. Eyewitnesses reported that several rounds were fired, and a live video of the gunfight was recorded and went viral on social media, drawing attention to the escalating violence.
According to local authorities, the dispute had been simmering for some time, with reports suggesting that a premeditated plan for the gunfight had been orchestrated. Just a day before the shooting, one group held a birthday party where participants danced with unsheathed swords, hinting at the violent events that were to follow.
Upon receiving reports of the gunfire, police officers, led by Patiali Circle Officer Rajkumar Pandey, rushed to the scene with additional forces to control the situation. The police are now conducting an investigation and have promised to take strict action against those involved in the violence.
This incident has left the Bhargain community in shock, with residents fearing for their safety as the police continue to maintain a heavy presence in the area to prevent further escalation.
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