Uttam Nagar tense as man killed in clash amid Holi festivities

A large number of police personnel have been deployed in Uttam Nagar following tensions after a 27-year-old man was killed in an alleged clash between two families in Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations.

Family members of the deceased, along with other residents, gathered outside the Uttam Nagar police station on Wednesday, demanding action against the accused. Members of a political outfit also joined the protest. After the demonstration, some protesters returned to the locality where they allegedly tried to confront the accused. A large number of people allegedly gathered outside the house of the accused persons, heightening tensions in the area. “Additional personnel were deployed to maintain law and order,” said an officer.