Madhya Pradesh: A troubling episode unfolded in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, where a case of mistaken identity led to violence against two individuals. On September 12th, residents of Devgarh village, situated within the jurisdiction of the Hatpiplya police station, attacked two men who were begging while disguised as sadhus. The assailants, suspecting the beggars to be Rohingya Muslims, subjected them to physical assault. A video of the assault was subsequently circulated on social media, escalating the situation.Police investigation underwayUpon the emergence of the viral video, local authorities took immediate action. The police intervened and detained the two men for questioning. Initial inquiries revealed that the men, identified as Rohit and Deepak, were indeed not Rohingya Muslims but Hindus from Uttar Pradesh. The men, who hail from Amethi and are currently residing in Indore, clarified that they belong to the Jogi community, a group known for traveling and begging across villages.During their investigation, the police found that Rohit and Deepaks claims were legitimate. They produced their Aadhar cards and provided evidence of their current residence in Aathmile, Thana Dera Khudel, Indore. The police confirmed the authenticity of their identity and found no evidence suggesting any suspicious activities or behavior.Watch the video here:मध्यप्रदेश के देवास में भिक्षा मांगने गए UP के 2 साधुओं रोहित जोगी, दीपक जोगी को लोगों ने रोहिंग्या मुसलमान समझकर पीटा। MP पुलिस ने जांच के बाद क्लीन चिट देकर दोनों को छोड़ा। pic.twitter.com/rihOl2pfvT— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) September 15, 2024What happens nextThe Hatpiplya police station reported that the mens allegations of being mistaken for Rohingya Muslims were unfounded. The incident highlights a concerning trend of misinformation and its potential to incite violence. Authorities are now focusing on addressing those responsible for spreading false information and inciting unrest through social media.Police officials have indicated that legal action will be taken against individuals who propagated the video and contributed to the chaos. The goal is to prevent such incidents from recurring and to maintain harmony within the community.
