Religious riots displace villagers in India

Tens of thousands living in temporary shelters in northern state after fleeing from communal violence.

Tens of thousands of people are living in temporary shelters in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh after fleeing from religious violence earlier this month. Police say more than 40 people have been killed and homes burnt during fights between Hindus and Muslims residing in neighbouring villages.

Al Jazeera’s Karishma Vyas reports from a relief camp in the town of Loni.

Source: Al Jazeera