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Three Held After Group Attacks Malala's Memoir Reading in Ahmedabad
WHY IT MATTERS
The incident highlights the need for authorities to ensure the safety of public events and protect the right to freedom of expression in Ahmedabad.
What happened
A group of individuals, claiming affiliation with the Bajrang Dal and the VHP, attacked a reading session of Malala Yousafzai's memoir in Ahmedabad. The incident occurred at the Vastrapur area, where the attackers disrupted the event.
According to the Vastrapur Police Station Inspector, three individuals have been taken into custody in connection with the incident. The police are investigating the matter further.
The motive behind the attack is yet to be ascertained. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of public events and the freedom to express opinions in the region.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Three held after group attacks reading session on Malala’s memoir in Ahmedabad
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