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Clashes break out in Jodhpur, internet services suspended; CM Gehlot calls for peace

The two sides clashed with each other over installing a religious flag in connection with Eid, the PTI news agency reported.

New Delhi: Violent clashes broke out in Jodhpur and left at least four policemen injured in the early hours of Tuesday (May 3, 2022), the PTI news agency reported.

Communal tension broke out in the Jalori Gate area in Jodhpur, following which the police lobbed tear gas shells to control the situation. The two sides reportedly clashed over installing a religious flag in connection with Eid.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot called the incident unfortunate and appealed to the people to maintain peace.

"While respecting the tradition of love and brotherhood of Jodhpur, Marwar, I make a touching appeal to all the parties to maintain peace and cooperate in restoring law and order," he said in a tweet.

Gehlot said he has instructed the administration to maintain peace and order.

Internet services have been suspended in the city to maintain law and order. 

Meanwhile, Jodhpur Police Commissioner has said that the situation is under control and that action will be taken according to the law.

"Police personnel received minor injuries," he told ANI.

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