NEW DELHI: Suspension for the police officer who kicked those who performed namaz on the roadside. The action came after the video of the incident went viral on social media. The incident took place in Delhi's Inderlok area. The details of the suspended police officer have not been released.
In the video that has emerged, a few people are seen performing namaz on the road near a mosque, while a police officer kicks them with his booted leg. Two people are being kicked by the police. A lot of criticism has also been raised after the footage went viral.
Delhi North Deputy Commissioner of Police MK Meena said that the video of the incident was been noticed and the police officer has been suspended. Police sources informed that a departmental investigation has also been started into the incident.
It is reported that a few people prayed by sitting on the roadside because the mosque was crowded. After they were kicked, there was a scuffle between the people and the police. Security has been beefed up at the site following this.
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