Stones pelted, swords brandished during anti-Khalistan protest in Punjab's Patiala

Violence broke out between Shiv Sena and pro-Khalistani Sikh organisations on Friday over the former's anti-Khalistan protest near Shri Kali Devi Temple in Punjab's Patiala. Police personnel reportedly had to open fire and use tear gas shells to maintain law and order. In a video footage, pro-Khalistani groups were purportedly seen brandishing swords and pelting stones at Shiv Sena workers.