Nagpur Violence: Curfew Imposed After Massive Riots Over Aurangzeb Tomb

Nagpur police have imposed a curfew in nine police station limits under Zone 3 and Zone 4 following incidents of arson and violence in Mahal and adjoining areas amid Aurangzeb row. Around 80 to 100 riot accused were detained after they set fire to vehicles and shops on March 17. The order, issued by Police Commissioner Dr. Ravindra Kumar Singhal on March 18, will remain in effect until March 28, under Section 163(1)(2)(3) of the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). This marks the first time the new criminal code, which replaced the Criminal procedure code(CRPC), is being enforced in the city. Watch.#nagpur #aurangzeb #aurangzebtomb #india