Ujjain, Sept. 30 -- Security was stepped up around the Shahi Masjid in Ujjain on Wednesday, with police personnel continuing to be deployed in the area a day after clashes broke out between police and a crowd over the removal of a portion of the mosque for a road-widening project.

The situation at the site remained peaceful on Wednesday morning, with security forces maintaining a presence around the mosque. The clashes had taken place on September 28 when a large crowd confronted police during the demolition-related operation.

Police had used tear gas shells and resorted to a baton charge to disperse the crowd following incidents of stone pelting. Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel were also deployed as authorities intensified security ...