On February 8, 2024, communal tensions erupted in Banbhoolpura town of Haldwani area in Uttarakhand following the demolition of what authorities described as an illegally built madrasa. This led to a violent clash in the area, resulting in casualties, with two individuals losing their lives and several police officers and journalists sustaining injuries.
In response to the situation, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami made significant remarks regarding the violence in Haldwani. Here’s an overview of the events that unfolded in Haldwani, Uttarakhand.