Tensions escalate as MQM, PSP clash in Hyderabad

Tensions escalate as MQM, PSP clash in Hyderabad
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Summary More than 8 workers of both parties were injured during the clash.

HYDERABAD (Dunya News) – Tensions escalated late Thursday night as workers of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Pak Sarzameen Party (PSP) clashed with one another during a confrontation that occurred at Halli Road. More than 8 workers of both parties were injured during the clash. Workers also opened fire on another.

According to the details, the confrontation occurred during PSP’s flag hoisting ceremony. Workers hurled stones on one another due to which 3 members of PSP suffered injuries.

Workers also raised slogans as PSP’s rally reached MQM’s Zonal Office. Workers also opened fire on one another due to which 5 members of MQM sustained injuries including a woman.

On the other hand, unknown assailants also opened fire at Pakka Qilla. Unknown suspects also torched the office of a political party at Gul Shah Bukhari which burned goods placed in the office.

Tensions are running high in Hyderabad after the incidents. A heavy contingent of police arrived at the scene and controlled the escalating situation.