Authorities suspended internet services for 24 hours and deployed additional security forces in Rajasthan&rsquo;s Chomu town after tensions escalated during a dispute near a mosque, leaving at least four police personnel injured on Friday.
Officials said police teams from four stations have been deployed in the affected area, while flag marches are being conducted across the town to prevent further unrest and maintain law and order.
According to police, the violence erupted during the removal of an iron railing that was being installed outside a mosque. During the operation, a section of the crowd allegedly resorted to stone-pelting, injuring police personnel who were managing the situation.
Director General of Police (Law and Order) Sanjay Agarwal stated that the situation is fully under control. He said four policemen were injured during the stone-pelting incident and warned that strict action would be taken against those involved in the violence.
Deputy Police Superintendent Usha Yadav said two to three personnel sustained minor injuries. She added that senior police officers are present on the spot, and additional forces have been deployed to ensure peace.
Officials said the dispute initially began over stones placed along the roadside near the mosque. On Thursday evening, members of the Muslim community held discussions with the district administration and agreed to remove the stones. However, after the stones were cleared, some individuals reportedly began installing an iron railing to demarcate the area, triggering objections and fresh tensions.
When police attempted to remove the railing on Friday morning, the situation escalated. Police used tear gas shells and mild force to disperse the crowd and bring the situation under control.
Authorities said teams have been formed to identify and arrest those responsible for the violence. Internet services were suspended as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of rumours and misinformation.

Stone-pelting injures policemen as tensions erupt over railing near mosque

Internet Suspended in Chomu After Mosque Dispute

Stone-pelting injures policemen as tensions erupt over railing near mosque

December 26, 2025 | 17:18 IST