The Indian team, led by skipper Rohit Sharma, won the Champions Trophy by four wickets in a closely-fought final against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday. Following the victory, celebrations erupted across the country. In Pune, cricket enthusiasts gathered, as they always do, on Fergusson College Road, waving banners and the Indian flag to celebrate the Men in Blue's triumph.
A video from the celebration has gone viral on social media. In the footage, police are seen beating a youth with lathis while others look on. Speaking to The Free Press Journal, a police official stated that the youth was drunk and causing a disturbance during the celebration. After observing his behaviour, the youth was taken aside and beaten, the official added. "He apologised for his behaviour and was then let go," the official further said.
Clash breaks out in Mhow
A clash broke out between two groups in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh on Sunday after India's Champions Trophy win. Several vehicles were torched and vandalised, prompting authorities to heighten security in the area.
Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG, Rural) Nimish Agarwal told media that a preliminary investigation is going on into the incident.
"There was a clash between the two sides during the victory celebration of team India in ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The situation is completely under control right now. I would like to tell everyone that no one should try to take law and order into their own hands. The entire investigation will be completed, and all the people involved in it will be held responsible. Some people have been injured in this. Those are the four cases right now. Right now, a preliminary investigation is going on into this, and the entire incident will be investigated," Agarwal said.
Indore District collector Asheesh Singh told the media that peace has been established in the area. "Peace has been established here; there is no problem anywhere. Therefore, through you, I appeal to everyone to keep patience. Do not pay attention to any kind of fake news, and strict action will be taken against those who are involved in it. Further investigation is being done," Singh said.
