Tweeps discuss violence in Gujrat

Several incidents of violence were reported in the Indian state of Gujarat on Tuesday night after the detention of 22-year-old Hardik Patel who is leading the Patel community’s protest demanding reservation in job and education sector and in the Other Backward Classes(OBC) list. Up to 12 percent population in Gujarat comprises of the Patel community. The list of OBC currently consists of 146 communities who are opposing the demand of Patels fearing their quota will shrink.

Highways in Gujrat were shut down to the public following reports of protestors burning over 40 buses in parts of the state. The Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP) office was set on fire and the mobile internet services were suspended in the state.

@husainronaq: “Instead of reservations, leaders should ask for resources for education & skill development for community. No pride being OBC #Gujarat4Peace”

@ParagDr: “Prime Minister Narendra Modi appeals for peace in Gujarat, says violence does not benefit anybody. #Gujarat4Peace”

@periyakulam: “#Modi nurtured violence in #Gujarat to stabilise his power. Today it boomerangs. #patelreservation”

@parthiv9: “Very sad to see images of violence in our state...would appeal to everyone to maintain peace...#gujarat4Peace”