00:00 The communal violence which initially began on Monday in the New District of Haryana has
00:04 now spread to Gurudram Sector 70, a location situated less than 20 km from the national
00:10 capital, New Delhi. On Tuesday night, a distressing scene unfolded when several shops and shanties
00:16 adjacent to a residential complex were set ablaze, adding to the already escalating tensions.
00:22 The impact of these events have been acutely felt by both communities involved, leaving
00:27 a profound sense of fear and uncertainty in the air.
00:31 Hello everyone this is Zainab Zalkutty and welcome to HW News English.
00:35 The root cause of this violent outbreak can be traced back to a video that circulated
00:40 widely on the internet. In this video, Monu Manesar, a member of the Bajrang Dal who was
00:45 previously booked for the alleged murder of two Muslim men, Nasir and Junaid, was seen
00:50 claiming his participation in the Brij Mandal Jal Abhishek Yatra organized by the Vishwa
00:55 Hindu Parishad. However, despite his claims, there were no signs of Monu's presence during
01:00 this event. Nevertheless, this video acted as a catalyst, igniting communal tensions
01:05 between two communities, ultimately leading to the tragic events that unfolded in New
01:10 and Gurudram.
01:12 As the violence escalated, four lives were lost on Monday, including two individuals
01:17 and two home guards in New. The situation intensified when mobs attempted to disrupt
01:22 a Hindu Vishwa Parishad procession. Tragically, a young Imam named Maulana Saad lost his life
01:28 on Tuesday, and further damage was inflicted upon an eatery and several shops in Gurudram.
01:34 The death toll has now reached six as of today since the initial outbreak of communal violence
01:39 on July 31.
01:40 Amidst the chaos, the question of who initiated these events remains unanswered, with both
01:45 communities pointing fingers at each other. This unfortunate situation is not limited
01:50 to a particular region. It reflects a broader concern with Manipur and now Haryana facing
01:56 the impact of ongoing communal tensions. The aftermath of this violence has resulted in
02:02 the loss of homes, livelihoods and most distressingly, innocent lives. However, determining who is
02:09 truly at fault remains elusive, leaving a sense of injustice and grief in its wake.
02:15 As the situation unfolds, it is essential to remember that the consequences of this
02:19 violence affect people from both communities. The blame game may persist, but ultimately
02:25 both sides bear the weight of the loss. The real challenge lies in holding accountable
02:30 those responsible for inciting this violence and seeking ways to promote peace and understanding
02:36 among the affected communities.
02:39 That's all for now, for more such news updates follow HW News English. Thank you.
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