Tension prevails in Raj town after stones pelted at VHP rally

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Press Trust of India Jaipur
Last Updated : Aug 25 2019 | 5:30 PM IST

Tension prevailed in Rajasthan's Gangapur city of Sawai Madhopur district after some unidentified people pelted stones at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) rally, police said on Sunday.

Gangapur City Sub Divisional Magistrate Vijendra Meena said some people, apparently from inside a mosque and the adjoining houses, pelted stones at the VHP procession.

No injuries were reported and additional force has been deployed in the area to maintain law and order, Circle Officer Pratapmal said.

The situation is "completely under control," he added.

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First Published: Aug 25 2019 | 5:30 PM IST

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