The Caravan

Diaries of Destruction

IN FEBRUARY, swathes of northeastern Delhi witnessed largescale and targeted violence, looting and arson that lasted around four days. According to the last official death toll—53 dead, many more injured, and scores of people fleeing their homes.

It is still unclear precisely what sparked the violence.

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