Violent Clash Erupts in Jabalpur Over Sale of Controversial Religious Books

Nov 25, 2025 11:28 pm CST

A violent confrontation between Hindu organizations and the SC, ST, and OBC United Front broke out in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh over the sale of controversial books allegedly containing derogatory remarks about Hindu deities. The conflict, which began at a Sunday conference and escalated to street violence by Tuesday, resulted in physical altercations, demonstrations at police headquarters, and accusations of assault from both sides as authorities struggle to maintain order.