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Gujarat Village Clash Brought Under Control as Police Detain 42 and File FIRs

Police say a minor motorcycle dispute between youths escalated, with a drone used to find suspects who fled.

Overview

  • Two groups in Kalana near Sanand hurled stones in confrontations Monday night and again Tuesday morning, according to officials.
  • Security teams moved in quickly, conducted combing operations and used drone surveillance to track people hiding in nearby fields.
  • Authorities reported detentions ranging from 30 to 42 during processing, with the latest police brief citing 42 in custody for questioning.
  • FIRs were registered against members of both groups under unlawful assembly and rioting provisions of the BNS, with legal action based on roles.
  • Police reported no serious injuries or deaths and said forces remain deployed to prevent a recurrence as the investigation continues.