RAM NAVAMI VIOLENCE IN HOWRAH REPORT 2023 ------ Utank Banerjee

Summary

The evening of 30th March 2023 turned into a nightmare for the residents of Kazipara and surrounding areas in Howrah, as violence erupted and engulfed the streets. A peaceful procession of Ram Bhakts passing through the area was attacked with stones and glass bottles by an Islamist mob, injuring innocent men, women, and children. The situation quickly deteriorated as the mob went on a rampage, burning cars, bikes, and shops belonging to Hindus. The violence was calculated and pre-planned, as only shops belonging to Hindus were targeted. The local police were overpowered, and the mob even hurled bombs in the area. Amidst this chaos, the Anjani Putra Organisation stepped up to defend the Hindus from the violent mob. More than 70 people were severely injured, including women and small children, and the incident has left a deep scar on the local community.

 

Detailed Description

The incident that occurred on March 30, 2023, in Howrah has left many in shock and despair. It was a day when the peaceful procession of Ram Bhakts was mercilessly attacked by the Islamist Mob, who had pre-planned to create chaos and destruction. The violence started around 5:30 PM and soon escalated into a full-blown rampage, affecting the lives of innocent people, especially those belonging to the Hindu community.

 

The violence, originated from from Kazipara and extended till the G.T. Road. The violence reached its zenith at the Aloka Cinema area and continued till Bangabasi.

 

As the procession of Ram Bhakts was passing through Kazipara, the Islamist Mob began pelting stones and even sharp broken glass bottles with the intention to harm the peaceful procession. Despite police intervention, the situation escalated as the Islamist Mob overpowered them.

 

In a display of utter disregard for humanity, small children who participated in the procession were thrashed and targeted by the Islamist Mob. The violence was calculated and pre-planned, as only shops belonging to Hindus were vandalised. Bombs were also hurled near Kazipara.

 

More than 70 innocent people, including women and small children, were severely injured during the violence. The Islamist Mob burned down cars, small trucks, bikes, and Totos of Hindus. They also pelted stones at residential complexes, disturbing the lives of innocent people.

 

As the Islamist Mob approached an area where they intended to hurt Hindus, the Anjani Putra Organisation defended them out of private defence. The organisation's efforts prevented further damage to property and potential loss of life.

 

Conclusion

These events were a serious threat to the safety and wellbeing of the people of Howrah. Immediate action by law enforcement and the government was necessary to quell the violence and restore order. The actions of the Islamist Mob had far-reaching consequences, with the state's economy suffering due to the destruction of public property. It is the responsibility of the authorities to ensure that such incidents do not recur and to protect the lives and property of innocent civilians.