Delhi High Court hears plea over Holi clash that killed Tarun Kumar, sparking communal fears ahead of Eid.

The Delhi High Court is hearing a plea over rising communal tensions in Uttam Nagar following the March 4 Holi clash that killed 26-year-old Tarun Kumar, with residents fearing violence ahead of Eid. The Association for Protection of Civil Rights urged the court to direct increased police security, citing threats like "khoon ki Holi" and inflammatory social media posts. The MCD assured the court it will issue notices before demolishing any unauthorized structures, following protests over a March 8 demolition of a property linked to an accused. Muslim families, some with decades-long roots in the area, are considering temporary departures due to fear, despite police assurances of safety and ongoing efforts to remove inciting content online.