JABAR EKSPRES – Two people were killed and 15 others injured in an attempt to stop a procession by a right-wing Hindu organization in the northern Indian state of Haryana on Monday, according to police reports.

The incident took place in the Muslim-majority district of Nuh. During the incident, several cars were set on fire and police were attacked with stones. The state government sent additional troops to control the situation, and it was reported that police used tear gas and fired shots into the air to disperse the crowd. In addition, internet access in the region was cut off, and orders were issued banning large gatherings.

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Haryana Chief Minister Lal Khattar expressed his concern about the incident in a tweet on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), and called on all parties to maintain peace. He promised stern action against those responsible for the riots.

According to sources, the clashes took place after Monu Manesar, a cowherd wanted for several criminal cases, including the February killing of two Muslim men in Rajasthan, threatened via video to join the rally.

Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij said the government’s top priority was to bring the situation under control and asked all parties to maintain peace. The government is also trying to dispatch troops using helicopters.

The tense situation between Hindu and Muslim in India has escalated in recent years. Observers have expressed concern over the fact that the state seems to be less responsive in addressing the violence.