1927 Nagpur riots

The 1927 Nagpur riots were a series of communal clashes that erupted in Nagpur, India, from September 10 to 13, 1927, primarily between Hindu and Muslim communities. Triggered by a dispute over the celebration of a Hindu religious festival, the riots resulted in significant violence, leading to numerous casualties and extensive property damage. Historical tensions between the communities, exacerbated by nationalist movements and socio-political factors of the time, fueled the unrest. Government response included the deployment of military forces to restore order, but reports of excessive force further strained community relations. The riots remain a significant event in the context of communal harmony and the politics of religion in British India.