A celebratory victory procession turned chaotic in the town of Bisau in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu district following an unexpected stone pelting incident. Newly elected Congress municipal chairperson Salma Bano was leading the celebratory rally with party supporters when unidentified individuals hurled stones at the convoy. The assault damaged several vehicles in the entourage and left the newly elected municipal chief with minor injuries, triggering panic and a stampede-like situation among the participants.
Convoy Targeted While Passing Through Ward Number One
The incident occurred when supporters were conducting a victory march across Bisau to celebrate Salma Bano's electoral success. As the gathering advanced through ward number one, stones were suddenly thrown at the procession from surrounding spots. The barrage caused widespread destruction to vehicles accompanying the march, shattering multiple windowpanes and windshields. Witnesses noted that the primary target appeared to be the specific vehicle carrying chairperson Salma Bano. The broken glass and falling stones resulted in minor injuries to her, prompting supporters to rush for safety amid growing confusion.
Police Deployment Restores Order Amid Mounting Tension
As news of the stone pelting and escalating unrest spread across the locality, police personnel rushed to the scene to prevent further deterioration of the situation. Law enforcement officers intervened promptly, pacifying the agitated crowds and securing the perimeter. To avert any potential retaliatory altercations and keep the peace in Bisau, authorities substantially reinforced police deployment throughout the sensitive pockets of the neighborhood.
Investigation Launched Involving Viral Footage
In the aftermath of the unrest, video clips claiming to capture the confrontation, commotion, and stone pelting began circulating widely across social media platforms. While the authenticity of these viral recordings has not been officially certified, investigators are reviewing the visual material to trace the sequence of events and identify the individuals responsible for instigating the violence during the rally.
Legal Action and Official Police Statement
Bisau police station SHO Umashankar confirmed that law enforcement has taken formal note of the disturbance and launched an extensive inquiry into every aspect of the case. SHO Umashankar stated that officers are actively gathering ground intelligence and that appropriate legal action will be pursued strictly in accordance with statutory regulations once the formal report is processed. Investigators are currently recording statements from eyewitnesses present at the scene alongside analyzing digital evidence from the viral clips. Authorities maintained that the exact motive behind the attack and the identities of the perpetrators will be definitively established only after the ongoing investigation concludes.
