A 15-year-old boy, Devraj, who was stabbed by a fellow student in Udaipur, India, has tragically succumbed to his injuries. The young boy battled for his life for four days before passing away on Monday. His sister, in a poignant gesture, tied a rakhi (a sacred thread symbolizing the bond between siblings) to his wrist on the festival of Raksha Bandhan, just before his demise. This incident, which occurred on Friday, has triggered communal violence in the region.
Following the stabbing, tensions escalated rapidly. Members of Hindu outfits, protesting against the attack, set fire to several cars at a motor garage and vandalized a shop in a local mall. To quell the unrest and maintain order, authorities have implemented stringent security measures. Mobile internet services have been suspended, and prohibitory orders banning public gatherings have been imposed across the city. Furthermore, all government and private schools have been closed indefinitely.
The city is under heavy police presence, with additional forces deployed throughout Udaipur. The accused student involved in the stabbing has been detained, and his father has been arrested. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances leading up to the attack.
The death of Devraj has cast a somber shadow over Udaipur. His passing, along with the subsequent violence, highlights the growing concern regarding communal tensions and the urgent need for peaceful resolution and reconciliation.
