Right-wing groups disrupt garba event, Congress leader shoved on stage

RAIPUR: A garba event organised at the Civil Lines hockey ground in Durg turned tense on Wednesday night after Bajrang Dal and VHP workers objected to the alleged presence of Muslim youths at the venue, leading to a scuffle on stage in which Congress city district president and former mayor Dheeraj Bakliwal was shoved.Videos of the incident, showing arguments, pushing and a brief melee, later circulated on social media.The dispute had reportedly begun after an NSUI office-bearer, Adil Khan, shared a promotional poster for the event on social media, mentioning free entry passes.On Wednesday night, members of right wing outfits reached the venue and went up to the stage. One of the organisers’ opponents addressed the gathering and objected to the entry of Muslims into the garba venue.They were asked not to disrupt the programme.The exchange escalated and several people began pushing each other.