New Delhi, March 21 -- Weeks after Delhi's Uttam Nagar witnessed communal tension over Tarun's murder, Muslims in the area were seen showering flowers on cops on Saturday following Eid-ul-Fitr prayers under heavy security. Residents said they were thankful to the Delhi Police for maintaining law and order amid "Khoon Ki Holi" threats allegedly made by leaders and religious groups.

A viral video on internet shows two men carrying a bag filled with flower petals and scattering them over police officers and Rapid Action Force personnel, while a person can be heard speaking in the background. He said, "The cops gave full support".

(Livemint couldn't independently verify the authenticity of the video)

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