Statement Regarding the Disturbances During August and September, 1924, Between Hindus and Moslems in India.

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — India – in the House of Commons at on 9 October 1924.

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On the 22nd September similar fighting began at Shajahanpur in the United Provinces. Quiet was restored next day, but rioting occurred again on the. 24th, and military assistance was called in from Bareilly. The troops were sufficient to maintain order and to disperse gatherings of villagers who attempted to enter the city. The total casualties reported here up to the 25th September were six killed and 104 wounded. Full reports regarding these riots in the United Provinces are expected by mail.