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Violence erupts in Nagpur over Aurangzeb tomb dispute

ndtv.com — March 17, 2025 at 05:01 PM UTC

Violence erupted in Nagpur today over the demand to remove Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb. Clashes between two groups involved stone-throwing and vehicle damage, including fire brigade vehicles. Police intervened, restoring calm. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called for peace following the unrest. Union minister Nitin Gadkari also urged residents to remain calm and not to heed rumors fueling tensions. The clashes occurred after a protest by the right-wing group Vishwa Hindu Parishad. Authorities are monitoring the situation and have promised action against those involved in illegal activities.

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Violence in Nagpur's Mahal area damages property and injuries (thehindu.com)

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AIMIM blames BJP for Nagpur violence and hatred (zeenews.india.com)

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Nagpur protests against Aurangzeb's tomb lead to violence (livemint.com)

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Curfew imposed in Nagpur after religious procession violence (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Violence and vandalism reported in Nagpur protests (zeenews.india.com)

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Nagpur enforces curfew after clashes over Aurangzeb's tomb (firstpost.com)

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Protests in Maharashtra demand demolition of Aurangzeb's tomb (news18.com)

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Nagpur violence prompts Fadnavis' warning of strict actions (moneycontrol.com)

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Mayawati demands action against violence in Nagpur (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Nagpur curfew imposed over Aurangzeb grave removal controversy (livemint.com)

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Violence in Nagpur damages property, injures six people (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Nagpur violence linked to organized crime, says BJP MP (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

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Nagpur enforces prohibitory orders after Aurangzeb tomb violence (businesstoday.in)

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Nagpur violence erupts over protests against Aurangzeb's grave (zeenews.india.com)

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Nagpur riots allegedly targeted Hindu homes and businesses (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Nagpur locals report violence against homes and vehicles (hindustantimes.com)

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Nagpur violence triggers curfew; AIMIM blames BJP (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Violent clashes in Nagpur damaged homes and vehicles (ndtv.com)

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Nagpur clashes involve masked mobs and significant violence (news18.com)

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Curfew imposed in Nagpur after violent protests (ndtv.com)

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Curfew imposed in Nagpur after violent protests (news18.com)

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Curfew imposed in Nagpur due to violent protests (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

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Curfew declared in Nagpur after book burning rumors (hindustantimes.com)

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Protests over Aurangzeb's tomb removal escalate in India (hindustantimes.com)

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Curfew imposed in Nagpur due to escalating violence (zeenews.india.com)

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Violence escalates in Nagpur's Hansapuri area (timesnownews.com)

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Curfew imposed in Nagpur following violent clashes (hindustantimes.com)

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Fadnavis vows to prevent glorification of Aurangzeb (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Violence erupts in Nagpur over Aurangzeb tomb protests (hindustantimes.com)

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Prohibitory orders issued in Nagpur due to violence (ndtv.com)

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Prohibitory orders issued in Nagpur due to violence (hindustantimes.com)

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Nagpur violence controlled; Section 144 enforced (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Nagpur protests over Aurangzeb tomb lead to violence (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Maha Opposition demands ministerial dismissal after violence (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Violence erupts in Nagpur over Aurangzeb tomb protests (hindustantimes.com)

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Riots in Nagpur follow VHP rally and rumors (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

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Violence erupts in Nagpur over Aurangzeb's tomb protests (thehindu.com)

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Violence in Nagpur following Aurangzeb tomb protest (zeenews.india.com)

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Calls for removing Aurangzeb's grave grow in Maharashtra (news18.com)

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Nagpur violence leads to injuries and vehicle arson (timesnownews.com)

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Congress leader criticizes Maharashtra government for Nagpur violence (news18.com)

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Fadnavis urges peace in Nagpur after violent clashes (news18.com)

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Section 144 enacted in Nagpur after violent unrest (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Violence in Nagpur over burning Quran rumors (livemint.com)

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Increased security at Aurangzeb’s grave in Maharashtra (news18.com)

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Violent clashes in Nagpur over Aurangzeb's tomb controversy (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

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Violent clashes and arson reported in Nagpur (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

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Nitin Gadkari calls for peace during Nagpur violence (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

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Maharashtra protects Aurangzeb's tomb despite demolition calls (timesnownews.com)

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Clashes and arson during protests in Nagpur (news18.com)

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Violence erupts in Nagpur over Aurangzeb tomb dispute (ndtv.com)

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