BJP and NCP Supporters Clash in Beed District During Local Elections Amid Tensions

Tensions escalated in Gevrai, Beed district during local elections as BJP and NCP supporters clashed, resulting in vandalism and police action. The situation was later controlled.

On Tuesday morning, Gevrai town in Maharashtra's Beed district experienced unrest during the municipal council elections. A clash erupted between two groups, leading to stone-pelting outside a BJP leader's residence, according to police reports. Several vehicles were damaged, and law enforcement used batons to disperse the crowds in certain areas. Approximately 50 individuals were charged in connection with the incident, as stated by the police.

The situation was eventually brought under control, confirmed Superintendent of Police Navneet Kanwat. Elections were held for 264 municipal councils and nagar panchayats across Maharashtra on that day. Supporters of local NCP MLA Vijaysinh Pandit and BJP leader Laxman Pawar engaged in a heated exchange at a polling booth in ward number 10, according to a police official.

Political Tensions and Clashes

Despite being allies at the state level, the BJP and Ajit Pawar-led NCP faced off against each other in Gevrai. The confrontation escalated when workers from both parties marched towards Laxman Pawar's residence. During this march, stones were thrown, resulting in damage to several parked vehicles' windshields. Police intervened with a lathi-charge at some locations, allowing polling to resume.

An official reported that an offence was registered against 21 identified individuals and 20-30 unidentified persons at the Gevrai police station. They were accused of throwing stones and damaging a four-wheeler during the election process. Charges included voluntarily causing hurt, among others.

Details of the Incident

The altercation occurred near a polling booth in Gevrai while voting was ongoing. The two groups clashed around 11:45 am, leading to the vandalism of an SUV. This incident highlights the intense political rivalry between supporters of different parties during local elections.

Despite these tensions, authorities managed to restore order, ensuring that voting continued without further disruptions. The events underscore the challenges faced during elections in maintaining peace and security amidst political rivalries.

With inputs from PTI