Authorities in Madhya Pradesh&rsquo;s Raisen district on Thursday extended prohibitory orders in Gauharganj after police failed to arrest a rape accused for the sixth consecutive day. 
The extension comes amid heightened tensions following violent protests a day eaearlier.
On Wednesday, the area witnessed communal unrest after groups of protesters clashed with police, alleging that the accused belongs to a minority community. 
The district administration has restricted gatherings of more than four people, while additional police teams from neighbouring districts have been deployed to restore order.
The unrest escalated when protesters hurled stones at police personnel who stopped them from marching toward a Muslim settlement. 
Demonstrations had also been staged across different parts of the district on Tuesday and Wednesday by locals and members of several Hindu organisations.
Police officials said they are conducting outreach in schools and colleges, urging students and staff to help identify anti-social elements operating near campuses. 
Authorities on Thursday claimed that the situation remained peaceful in the affected area.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav chaired a high-level meeting with top officials, including the DGP and the Chief Secretary, directing swift action in the case. 
Expressing dissatisfaction over the handling of the situation, he transferred Raisen SP Vivek Kumar Pandey.
The case involves the rape of a six-year-old girl on November 21, allegedly by a 23-year-old man identified by police as Salman. 
The child is undergoing treatment at AIIMS Bhopal, where state Congress president Jitu Patwari met the family on Wednesday.
&mdash;IANS

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November 28, 2025 | 11:10 IST