Authorities on Sunday (March 8) demolished a property linked to Nizamuddin in connection with the murder case that sparked unrest in Uttam Nagar, a locality in New Delhi.
Officials confirmed that the demolition was carried out by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi as part of enforcement action against the property connected to the accused.
The move comes amid heightened tensions in the area following the fatal assault that occurred during Holi celebrations earlier this week.
The Delhi Police has so far apprehended seven individuals, including one minor, in connection with the case.
Investigators are continuing to examine the role of each accused and collect evidence related to the violent altercation that resulted in Tarun’s death.
Police officials said the investigation remains ongoing and additional legal action may follow depending on the findings.
The violence reportedly began with a seemingly minor incident during Holi celebrations in Uttam Nagar.
According to reports, an 11-year-old girl threw a balloon filled with coloured water onto the road, which splashed onto a woman from another community.
The woman allegedly responded with abusive remarks, triggering an argument between neighbours.
The dispute soon escalated into a violent clash involving several people from both sides, during which multiple individuals sustained injuries.
Tarun suffered severe injuries during the assault and was rushed to a hospital, where doctors later declared him dead.
News of the young man’s death triggered large protests in the locality, as residents gathered demanding action against those responsible.
According to reports, members of Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad staged demonstrations beneath the Delhi Metro’s Uttam Nagar East Metro Station.
During the protest, a car and a motorcycle were set on fire, while protesters blocked a major road in the area.
The road blockade led to traffic disruptions lasting several hours, prompting authorities to intervene to restore order.
Following the unrest, the Delhi Police has significantly increased security in and around Uttam Nagar to prevent further escalation.
Police teams have been deployed across sensitive areas, while continuous patrolling is being carried out to maintain law and order.
Authorities have appealed to residents to remain calm and avoid spreading rumours as the investigation progresses.
Officials say the situation is currently under control, though security personnel will remain deployed until tensions fully subside.
