Breaking News: Communal Clashes Erupt in Pune's Yavat Village; Curfew Imposed Amid Ongoing Tension | ABP NEWS

Tension continues to grip Yavat village in Pune district’s Daund tehsil following violent communal clashes that broke out yesterday. A curfew has been imposed in the area, and while the situation is currently under control, an uneasy calm prevails. The violence reportedly began over a Facebook post related to Chhatrapati Shivaji’s statue and escalated when a saffron flag was allegedly hoisted on a mosque, triggering communal unrest between two groups. The clash led to stone pelting and damage to property, prompting authorities to enforce strict curfew measures across the village. All commercial and public activities remain shut, except for emergency services. Only essential vehicles and medical personnel are being allowed to operate. Heavy police deployment has been made at key intersections and entry points to prevent any further escalation. District officials, including the local administration and police, are working on restoring peace in the region. Residents remain indoors as a precautionary measure. Local authorities have urged the public to maintain calm and not fall prey to misinformation or provocative social media content. Efforts are ongoing to defuse the situation and bring normalcy back to Yavat.