Noida workers' unrest: Probe finds outsider network behind violence, 66 arrested
A probe into the Noida labour-company violence has found that a majority of those involved in arson and stone-pelting were not actual workers, with outsiders accounting for 45 of the 66 arrests made so far.
A major revelation has emerged in the Noida labour-company dispute case during the ongoing investigation into the violence. Authorities have found that most individuals involved in incidents of violence, arson, and stone-pelting are not actual workers.
So far, officials have identified 17 people in connection with the arson incident, of whom 11 have been arrested. Among those arrested, 8 have been found not to be labourers. In the case of inciting violence, authorities have identified 32 individuals, and police have arrested 19 of them.
Police have also arrested four individuals on charges of conspiracy, accusing them of playing a key role in the entire dispute.
Investigators have arrested a total of 34 individuals who are not labourers and have been identified as external elements in the case. Overall, out of 66 arrests made so far, 45 individuals are not workers, indicating a significant role of outsiders in the violence.
Preliminary findings have also indicated that several arrested individuals may have links with Mazdoor Bigul and an alleged urban Naxal network.
Following these developments, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a late-night video conference with officials to review the situation.
The Chief Minister directed authorities to take immediate and strict action against those spreading rumours and misinformation, and to maintain constant monitoring of social media.
He also instructed officials to identify non-labour miscreants and display their photographs in public places.
According to a police statement, around 40,000 to 45,000 workers from various sectors gathered at more than 80 locations across the commissionerate on Monday, leading to disruptions and law-and-order issues in parts of the district.
Officials said the situation deteriorated at certain locations, particularly in Sector-63 and near the Motherson company premises, where some “unruly” elements resorted to violence.
"After the labourers dispersed peacefully, a group from outside the district arrived in the areas bordering neighbouring districts. They moved around attempting to incite tension and provoke violence. We have taken some members of this group into custody, and we are identifying the remaining individuals to initiate appropriate action against them," Gautam Buddh Nagar Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh told reporters on Monday night.
A major revelation has emerged in the Noida labour-company dispute case during the ongoing investigation into the violence. Authorities have found that most individuals involved in incidents of violence, arson, and stone-pelting are not actual workers.
So far, officials have identified 17 people in connection with the arson incident, of whom 11 have been arrested. Among those arrested, 8 have been found not to be labourers. In the case of inciting violence, authorities have identified 32 individuals, and police have arrested 19 of them.
Police have also arrested four individuals on charges of conspiracy, accusing them of playing a key role in the entire dispute.
Investigators have arrested a total of 34 individuals who are not labourers and have been identified as external elements in the case. Overall, out of 66 arrests made so far, 45 individuals are not workers, indicating a significant role of outsiders in the violence.
Preliminary findings have also indicated that several arrested individuals may have links with Mazdoor Bigul and an alleged urban Naxal network.
Following these developments, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a late-night video conference with officials to review the situation.
The Chief Minister directed authorities to take immediate and strict action against those spreading rumours and misinformation, and to maintain constant monitoring of social media.
He also instructed officials to identify non-labour miscreants and display their photographs in public places.
According to a police statement, around 40,000 to 45,000 workers from various sectors gathered at more than 80 locations across the commissionerate on Monday, leading to disruptions and law-and-order issues in parts of the district.
Officials said the situation deteriorated at certain locations, particularly in Sector-63 and near the Motherson company premises, where some “unruly” elements resorted to violence.
"After the labourers dispersed peacefully, a group from outside the district arrived in the areas bordering neighbouring districts. They moved around attempting to incite tension and provoke violence. We have taken some members of this group into custody, and we are identifying the remaining individuals to initiate appropriate action against them," Gautam Buddh Nagar Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh told reporters on Monday night.
