Jaipur, Dec. 26 -- Rajasthan Minister Jawahar Singh Bedam on Friday said that the recent violence linked to alleged encroachment near a mosque in Jaipur's Chomu area should not have occurred, asserting that the police acted responsibly to prevent danger to public life and maintain law and order.

Speaking on the incident, Bedam said, "The construction is currently underway beside the Jaipur-Sikar road. Due to various illegal structures, there has been an increase in road accidents, posing a risk to lives. Recognising this danger, the police observed the encroachments and began an effort to remove them to ensure the road remains unobstructed. After discussions and mutual understanding, the illegal structures were cleared," he said.

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