Hardik Patel’s Supporters and Police Clash in Ahmedabad Rally

Violent clashes broke out between Hardik Patel supporters and police officials in Ahmedabad.
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Hardik Patel supporters and the police clashed with each other in Ahmedabad. (Photo: ANI screengrab)
Hardik Patel supporters and the police clashed with each other in Ahmedabad. (Photo: ANI screengrab)
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The Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti, led by Hardik Patel, took to the streets on Tuesday to demand their share in the Other Backward Classes reservation in Ahmedabad.

A violent clash broke out between the protesters and police officials, after which the protesters smashed bus windows and pelted stones.

Earlier in the day, Hardik Patel had addressed a rally which was attended by about nine lakh people. The Patidars have been asking for reservations within the 27% OBC quota.

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Published: 25 Aug 2015,08:36 PM IST

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