Two policemen were arrested in Ambedkar Nagar after a statue of Dr. Ambedkar was placed there without permission.:Departmental action will be taken against LIU sub-inspector Ram Surat.

News Topical, Digital Desk : On the eve of the 135th birth anniversary of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution, social reformer, and symbol of equality, chaos erupted in Ambedkar Nagar. On Tuesday, some people placed a statue of Dr. Ambedkar without permission in Nasirpur village of Mahrua, prompting protests from the other side.

Superintendent of Police (SP) Prachi Singh has taken action in the Ambedkar Nagar riots. Three police officers, including a female sub-inspector, a constable, and an LIU sub-inspector, have been found negligent in the incident. SP Prachi Singh has placed both officers on the line of duty. A report regarding the status of the case, along with a recommendation for action against LIU sub-inspector Ram Surat, has been sent to Lucknow.

On Monday night, Scheduled Caste members placed an Ambedkar statue without permission. SDM Dharmendra Kumar, Circle Officer Laxmikant Mishra, BDOs, DPOs, Mahrua, Bhiti, Ahirauli, and the women's police station in-charge had to endure the villagers' anger for nearly ten hours to remove the statue. After considerable effort and assurances of obtaining permission, the administration was able to remove the statue around 5:30 in the evening.

Police and administrative officials attempted to persuade them, but the women, youth, and children, led by villager Kunjilal, continued to shout slogans and insisted on not removing the statue. Additional police had to be called in as the situation became serious.