'Impartial probe underway into Karnaprayag clash'
Dehradun, June 24 -- Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said an impartial probe was underway into the June 16 clash between locals and Nihang Sikh pilgrims in Karnaprayag of Chamoli district.
"Action has already been taken against those found responsible during the investigation and strict action will continue based on the facts that emerge," he said.
"Respect for all is an integral part of Uttarakhand's culture and traditions. In keeping with the spirit of 'Atithi Devo Bhava', every visitor is welcomed and treated with respect," Dhami said, adding that strict legal action would be taken against those spreading misleading information on social media and attempting to divide society.
Chief minister added that ensuring the safety and convenience of pilgrims undertaking the Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib Yatra remained the state government's top priority
Meanwhile, a delegation of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) met chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and sought action against Chamoli police personnel over the alleged mistreatment and assault of Sikh pilgrims following the June 16 clash.
DSGMC president Harmeet Singh Kalka said the Sikh community was upset over "one-sided action by the Chamoli police".
"Sikh pilgrims were mistreated and assaulted in police custody and were produced before the court without their turbans," Kalka said.
He said the chief minister assured the delegation that a senior officer has been entrusted with probing these allegations and that the investigation has been transferred to Haridwar district to ensure a fair and impartial probe.
"A counter FIR has also been registered. We have demanded action against the guilty police personnel while the investigation is underway," Kalka added....
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