Social Media Post Sparks Riots in Pune Village

In a dramatic turn of events, a controversial social media post has ignited chaos in Yavat, located in Pune's Daund tehsil. A youth from a differing community allegedly posted an incendiary message, leading to a series of violent acts including vandalism and arson.

Officials reported that a motorcycle was torched and a bakery suffered damage. Police resorted to teargas and lathi charges to break up rampaging mobs and restore order. Large crowds had taken to the streets to express their outrage at the post.

The accused youth, who is not a local, was swiftly detained. Peace has been re-established in the village, although authorities remain vigilant. Tensions had been simmering since a previous incident involving a statue desecration, and the recent post fanned existing flames.

(With inputs from agencies.)