India’s Champions Trophy celebrations spark clashes in Madhya Pradesh’s Mhow

Violent clashes broke out in the town of Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, India, on Sunday, following celebrations of India’s victory in the ICC Champions Trophy final. The incident, which involved stone-pelting and arson, led to several vehicles being torched and businesses vandalised.

The violence erupted during a celebratory rally held by a group of cricket enthusiasts in the town, located approximately 25 kilometres from Indore. As the procession approached the Jama Masjid area, tensions rose when some participants allegedly lit firecrackers outside the mosque, triggering a confrontation between two groups.

Reports suggest that stone-pelting escalated quickly, leading to further violence. Several motorcycles were set on fire, and a local shop was torched. Video footage from the scene showed police in riot gear and damaged cars and buildings scattered across the area.