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Ashoka pillar damaged; video sparks outrage

An Ashoka Pillar at Meerut's Nauchandi Ground suffered damage after allegedly being struck by a reversing vehicle late Saturday night. Videos of the broken national emblem circulated online, drawing strong reactions from Hindu groups. Police are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the vehicle and ensure strict action against those responsible for the incident.
Meerut: An Ashoka Pillar installed at Nauchandi Ground here was damaged allegedly after being hit by a vehicle while reversing, police said on Sunday. A video of the broken national emblem went viral on social media, sparking outrage from Hindu organisations.
According to officials, the pillar was located near the police outpost inside Nauchandi Ground. Late on Saturday night, an unidentified vehicle allegedly hit the structure while reversing, causing it to fall and sustain significant damage.
The locals noticed the broken pillar on Sunday morning and shared videos of it online, after which Nauchandi Police reached the spot, removed the damaged remains and cleared the area.
City Superintendent of Police Ayush Vikram Singh said, "Preliminary investigation suggests that the structure was damaged after being hit by a vehicle. We are examining CCTV footage from nearby areas. Strict action will be taken against those responsible."
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Source: EconomicTimes
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