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Three Hindutva Activists Arrested for Assaulting Book Reading Participants in Gujarat
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🗓 29 Aug 2026, 01:18 AM
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Police in Gujarat have detained three individuals linked to Hindutva organisations after they assaulted attendees of a book‑reading event.
Police in Gujarat reported that three members associated with Hindutva groups were taken into custody following an assault on participants of a book‑reading session. The incident occurred during a public gathering where the attendees were engaged in a literary discussion. Law enforcement officials said the suspects confronted the readers, leading to a physical altercation that prompted immediate police intervention.
The arrested individuals are being held for questioning, and the case is being investigated under relevant criminal provisions. Authorities have not disclosed the exact location of the event, but confirmed that the incident took place within the state of Gujarat.
The police statement emphasized that any form of violence against civilians, including those attending cultural or educational events, will be dealt with strictly. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
The arrested individuals are being held for questioning, and the case is being investigated under relevant criminal provisions. Authorities have not disclosed the exact location of the event, but confirmed that the incident took place within the state of Gujarat.
The police statement emphasized that any form of violence against civilians, including those attending cultural or educational events, will be dealt with strictly. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.