India, Aug. 4 -- In the wake of the recent communal violence in Yavat, the Pune Rural Police on Sunday formed three special teams to trace and arrest those involved in the clashes that broke out on Friday following an objectionable social media post.

The violence escalated quickly, resulting in stone pelting, property damage, and tensions between two communities that had lived in harmony for decades. The incident has left the town on edge, with a heavy police presence and ongoing investigations.

By Saturday, police had arrested 16 individuals and registered five FIRs in connection with the violence.

"We have analysed videos, CCTV footage, and other digital evidence to identify several suspects," said a senior police officer on Sunday. ...