New Delhi: Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on Monday (March 6, 2023) mentioned that the scenario in Himachal Pradesh’s Gurudwara Sahib Manikaran is “totally peaceful” following studies that there was violence within the Kullu district. He additionally urged folks to keep up peace and concord. Locals and pilgrims from Punjab clashed throughout a good in Manikaran city on Sunday and left some homes and autos broken. A video that went viral purportedly confirmed stick-wielding pilgrims from Punjab pelting stones on the homes of native residents close to the Gurudwara. The set off for the conflict was not instantly recognized.
A case of rioting has been registered and investigations are underway. The scenario is beneath management and there was no harm to the Gurudwara premises, Superintendent of Police, Kullu, Sakshi Verma informed information company PTI.
“The situation is totally peaceful in Manikaran Sahib and I urge people to maintain peace & harmony. I have spoken to Himachal Pradesh DGP and Punjab Police are working together to maintain Law & Order,” Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav mentioned in a tweet.
“Request citizens not to panic or spread fake news or hate speech,” he added.
“Pilgrims from all parts of the country are welcome to visit without any fear,” the Punjab DGP acknowledged.
The scenario is completely peaceable in Manikaran Sahib and I urge folks to keep up peace & concord
I’ve spoken to DGP @himachalpolice & @PunjabPoliceInd are working collectively to keep up Law & Order
Request residents to not panic or unfold faux information or hate speech (1/2)
— DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) March 6, 2023
In a tweet, Himachal Police additionally mentioned that “All tourists and pilgrims are welcome to Himachal Pradesh and HP Police assures hassle-free visit to all the tourists and pilgrims”.
“DGP Himachal Sanjay Kundu has spoken to Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav”, it added and requested folks to not fall prey to faux information and hearsay mongering.
Assured that ends of justice might be met.
Also assured of trouble free motion of all vacationers and pilgrims in H.P.#HPPolice
— Himachal Pradesh Police (@himachalpolice) March 6, 2023
