India, Jan. 7 -- Five people were detained after a first information report (FIR) was registered by the Delhi Police in connection with alleged stone pelting incidents during a demolition drive carried out by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) near a century-old mosque at Turkman Gate in the early hours of Wednesday.

Confirming the development, deputy commissioner of police (DCP) (central) Nidhin Valsan said the FIR has been lodged on charges including rioting, obstructing public servants in discharge of duty, destruction of government property and causing hurt to public servants on duty.

At least five police personnel were injured during the incident, officials confirmed.

"Five people have been detained in connection with the in...