Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister (CM), Ajit Pawar, said that Section 144 had been enforced for 48 hours following a tense situation in Yavat village, located in Daund Taluka of Pune District. The unrest was triggered after a youth posted an allegedly objectionable message on social media.

Pawar, who visited the site to meet with the affected locals, reassured the public that the situation was now under control and urged everyone to remain calm, reported ANI.

Addressing the media, the Deputy CM stated, "After today’s incident, Section 144 has been imposed in the area for 48 hours. The situation is under control, and there is no need to panic."