New Delhi, March 6 Two cars and a motorcycle were set on fire in southwest Delhi's Uttam Nagar on Friday, following the death of a 26-year-old man in a clash during Holi celebrations, police sources said.
The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) said it received a call at 2:02 pm regarding a fire involving two vehicles – a car and a motorcycle – from JJ Colony in Uttam Nagar.
"Fire tenders were rushed to the spot, and the flames were quickly extinguished. The police have been informed," a DFS officer said.
Police said no injuries were reported in the incident, and an investigation has been launched to determine who set the vehicles on fire.
Security has been tightened in the area after 26-year-old Tarun died following a clash between two families (belonging to different communities) during Holi celebrations on Wednesday.
The altercation allegedly began when coloured water from a balloon splashed on a woman, triggering a dispute that escalated into violence. Several people from both sides were injured in the clash. Tarun sustained serious injuries and later died during treatment at a hospital.
Police have so far arrested four people and apprehended a juvenile in connection with the case. Additional police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed in the area to maintain law and order.