Deeg. Post-election tensions have flared across Deeg district, prompting a swift and firm response from local law enforcement. Authorities have intervened in two separate incidents of civil unrest, resulting in multiple arrests and detentions as police work to restore order in the affected villages.
The most severe incident occurred in Gangora village, located within the Pahari police station jurisdiction. Following the conclusion of the Sarpanch elections on November 5, supporters of rival candidates engaged in a violent confrontation on November 8. The dispute escalated into stone-pelting and the discharge of illegal firearms, leaving six individuals injured. Initial police response led to the detention of 14 people under public peace regulations, while formal cases were registered at the local station.
Under the guidance of Superintendent of Police Sharan Gopinath K., a specialized team conducted a follow-up operation on November 12. This led to the arrest of six primary suspects accused of attempted murder and related offenses. The arrested individuals, all residents of Gangora, include Kasam, Mohammad Kaif, Shaukat, Jahul, Niyazu, and Akram. Investigators are currently questioning the suspects to recover the weapons used during the altercation.
Simultaneously, unrest was reported in Jatoli Thoon, situated in the Januthar police station area. Responding to reports of a localized clash stemming from election-related grievances, police arrived on the scene to de-escalate the situation. By the evening of November 12, officers had taken 14 individuals into custody to prevent further escalation and maintain communal harmony.
District officials have issued a stern warning to those attempting to disrupt the peace. Police surveillance has been intensified across the region to monitor individuals with criminal tendencies. Authorities have reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the law, stating that any actions violating the code of conduct or threatening public safety will be met with rigorous legal consequences.