Jahangirpuri clash Updates: Violence during Delhi Hanuman Jayanti rally, 6 police personnel injured

Instructions have been given to all the police officers in UP to take full vigil in their respective areas, in light of the Jahangirpuri violence. 

At least 6 policemen got injured in the violence that broke out in Jahangirpuri today. One of them even sustained a bullet wound on his hand. A hike was burnt and some vehicles were damaged during the riots. Police had fired tear gas shells.

The Delhi Police has registered a case under various sections in the Jahangirpuri violence incident. The sections include rioting, obstructing government work, and causing damage to properties. So far only one case has been registered

The first Shobha Yatra procession was taken out by Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad in Jahangirpuri at 2:20 am, from I&J block. There were nearly 700 people.

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In view of incident in Delhi, we've directed field officers to patrol & deploy sufficient force in sensitive areas & in areas adjoining Delhi. Strict action to be taken against anti-social elements.We're sharing real-time info with Delhi Police: Prashant Kumar,ADG, Law & Order, UP

Lt Governor has condemned the incidents of violence and stone-pelting in the national capital as unfortunate and said that none behind these activities will be spared.He also took stock of the situation along with CP, Delhi and has appealed to the people to maintain peace. He has directed that all possible help be provided to the injured Police personnel apart from civilians who suffered injuries in the scuffle. LG also spoke to the Delhi CM.

We request people residing in Jahangirpuri to stay calm, adequate police force is here to control the situation. Two groups went into a scuffle during a procession. We are investigating the matter: Dependra Pathak, Special Commissioner of Police, Law & Order

In today's incident in NW District, the situation is under control. Adequate additional force has been deployed in Jahangirpuri & other sensitive areas. Senior officers have been asked to remain in field and closely supervise the law & order situation & undertake patrolling. Strict action will be taken against rioters. Citizens are requested to not to pay heed to rumours and fake news on social media: Asthana

Situation is under control. We've deployed additional force where the incident took place, alongwith this, special deployment is done in sensitive areas all across Delhi. Two policemen were injured, we will take strict action against accused: Delhi Police CP Rakesh Asthana

The situation is under control. We are trying to create a peaceful environment by holding talks with peace committees and appeal to everyone to maintain peace: Dependra Pathak, Special Commissioner of Police, Law & Order

Reacting to the violent incident in Jahangirpuri today, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal told the media, "I appeal to everyone to maintain peace as the country can not progress without it. Central govt has the responsibility to maintain peace in the national capital; appeal to people to maintain peace."

Union Home Minister Amit Shah took stock of the situation in Delhi, as violence broke out in Jahangirpuri, He spoke to the Delhi Police Commissioner and advised to maintain law and order.