The tranquility of Haldwani, Uttarakhand, was shattered on February 8 as violence erupted. The man behind these riots is claimied to be Shadab Chauhan, have a look at his biography and religion
Uttarakhand faced riots following a demolition drive conducted by the administration in the Banbhoolpura area by targeting a mosque and a madrasa
Who is Shadab Chauhan of the Peace Party who is allegedly behind the Haldwani, Uttarakhad riots, biography, age and religion
. The aftermath left two dead, several injured, and extensive property damage. Amidst the chaos, the name of Shadab Chauhan who is a Muslim by religion surfaced, stirring discussions about his alleged involvement in orchestrating the riots.
Shadab Chauhan (@shadab_chouhan1) warned Uttarakhand CM @pushkardhami through this tweet, and deadly attack on policemen, stone pelting and riot in Haldwani. Was this tweet made to instigate and provoke people @uttarakhandcops? Strict action should be taken. #ArrestShadabChouhan pic.twitter.com/vQlTdpoJ4q
— Dr. Syed Rizwan Ahmed (@Dr_RizwanAhmed) February 9, 2024
Nainital District Magistrate Vandana Singh clarified that the demolition wasn’t aimed at specific properties but was part of a broader initiative to address traffic congestion and reclaim municipal properties. However, this explanation failed to assuage the doubts and unrest among certain sections of society.
Shadab Chauhan, the Chief Spokesperson of the Peace Party found himself thrust into the spotlight after being linked to the riots. Known for his vocal presence in television debates and occasionally provocative tweets, Chauhan’s online persona came under scrutiny.
A tweet attributed to Chauhan lambasted Uttarakhand’s Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, asserting the steadfastness of Indian Muslims in following the path of Allah. Despite his polarizing statements, Chauhan has not been formally implicated by the authorities in connection with the riots.
हल्द्वानी हिंसा का मास्टरमाइंड यही है। CC @pushkardhami @uttarakhandcops pic.twitter.com/JOqEp99Gnm
— हरि मांझी (@HariManjhi) February 9, 2024
#ArrestShadabChauhan trending on social media
In the aftermath of the riots, the hashtag #ArrestShadabChauhan trended on social media platforms, fueled by speculations and accusations against him. Chauhan, however, maintained his innocence and called for peace and impartial investigations into the incident.
Chauhan’s public statements conveyed a message of peace and urged for a thorough investigation to unearth the root causes behind the violence. He questioned the administration’s actions and called for accountability, emphasizing the need for clarity regarding the demolition drive and any legal constraints surrounding it.
Shadab Chauhan is a politician and was also a cricketer and a wicket-keeper batsman who competed in inter-university tournaments. But in 2014 he met with an accident while wicket-keeping in a match, and after that, he gave up his dream of playing for the Indian cricket team due to injury.
Shadab was born on 29 November 1998 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India and is the national spokesperson of the Indian Peace Party. He is the youngest spokesperson to represent a political party on national television, having held office in Asaduddin Owaisi’s All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen at 19 years.
This guy Shadab Chauhan instigated the #HaldwaniRiots. #ArrestShadabChauhan pic.twitter.com/7p5GkCfvxq
— Sanatan Joddha (@SanatanJoddha) February 9, 2024
As Haldwani grapples with the aftermath of the riots, the search for truth continues. While Shadab Chauhan’s name emerged amidst the chaos, concrete evidence linking him to the violence remains elusive. The focus now shifts towards healing wounds, restoring peace, and ensuring justice for all affected parties.
In this tumultuous saga, the role of individuals like Chauhan serves as a reminder of the power of social media in shaping narratives.