Protest over 'illegal' mosque construction sparks clashes in Shimla

Shimla witnessed chaotic scenes on Wednesday as locals clashed with police during a protest march over alleged illegal construction inside a mosque complex in the city.

On Wednesday, several Hindu groups staged a massive protest in Shimla, prompting police to use lathicharge and water cannons to disperse the crowd.

 The protesters were heard chanting slogans such as "Himachal Ne Thaana Hai, Devbhoomi Ko Bachana Hai" and "Bharat Mata Ki Jai."