One killed, 3 injured in clashes at Koregaon Bhima battle anniversary in Pune

A person was killed and three others were injured in stone pelting as clashes took place between villagers from Maharashtra's Koregaon Bhima, Pabal and Shikrapur while celebrating the 200th anniversary of the victory of British troops over Peshwa Bajirao II's army in Koregaon Bhima on Monday.

The deceased, 28-year-old Rahul, was taken



to Sassoon General Hospital for a post-mortem.

Around 25 vehicles, including a police van, were torched and over 50 vehicles were also damaged during the clash. 

Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) companies, summoned on Monday, were stationed at Shikrapur to prevent any further trouble.