Meena’s arrest follows a chaotic confrontation with police, leaving vehicles torched and dozens detained in the wake of election-day violence.

A video had been widely shared on Wednesday, purportedly showing Meena slapping Malpura sub-divisional magistrate Amit Choudhary at a polling station in Samravata village in Tonk district.

The bypolls in Tonk, Rajasthan turned violent after Naresh Meena confronted SDM Amit Chaudhary, leading to unrest and 60 arrests. Supporters engaged in stone-pelting and arson, causing extensive damage to vehicles.

Independent candidate Naresh Meena was arrested in Rajasthan for slapping an SDM during the Deoli-Uniara assembly by-election. The incident sparked vi

Independent MLA candidate arrested for assaulting SDM during polling in Rajasthan, leading to violence and tension in the area.

Police in riot gears clamped down on protesters who went on a rampage blocking roads and setting vehicles on fire after the arrest of independent can

Eight vehicles, including police cars, and over two dozen motorbikes were set on fire, leading to additional police deployments.

Independent MLA candidate Naresh Meena was arrested after intense drama and violent clashes on Thursday, following an incident in which he slapped an SDM during polling in Rajasthan's Tonk district. This event triggered separate waves of protest from his supporters and Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) officials.