Ambala Police Clash with Sikh Protesters Leaves City in Uneasy Calm

On Tuesday, a confrontation erupted in Ambala when Sikh protesters gathered to demand the release of a detained activist. Police deployed tear gas and baton‑rushed the crowd, resulting in several injuries and the arrest of 12 demonstrators.\n\nThe clash began after the protesters blocked a main thoroughfare, prompting the police to intervene. Witnesses reported that the police used excessive force, with some demonstrators sustaining lacerations and bruises.\n\nAmbala Police Commissioner, R. Singh, stated that the officers acted in accordance with protocol, citing the unlawful blocking of traffic. He also announced a probe into the use of force.\n\nThe local Sikh community has called for a review of police tactics, while the city administration has urged calm and assured that the matter will be resolved through legal channels.