Seven Nihangs End Rooftop Standoff at Rudraprayag Gurdwara After Talks With Uttarakhand Authorities

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:05pm on 21 Jun 2026,Sunday India

A tense standoff at a gurdwara in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand, ended after seven Nihangs who had barricaded themselves on the rooftop agreed to come down following negotiations. The situation began after allegations that a gurdwara official had been held hostage, prompting police intervention. A delegation from Punjab held discussions with Uttarakhand Director General of Police Deepam Seth to defuse tensions. Authorities maintained heavy security around the shrine while talks continued. The crisis was resolved peacefully without injuries, with officials emphasizing dialogue and cooperation to maintain communal harmony and prevent further escalation. (PC: India Today)

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