The encroacher-police clash in Mathura has left 24 dead.
The 67-year-old actress was called "insensitive" by Twitterati after she posted photos from Mumbai shoot of "Ek Thi Rani", her upcoming film.
She later deleted the images and posted a tweet condoling the deaths in the clashes.
After the row, Malini took to Twitter again.
"I am a very sensitive person. I am deeply pained on the Mathura incident but Law & Order of UP is the core issue. Let's not divert," she wrote.
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In her earlier tweet, Malini expressed condolence over the incident.
"I just came back from Mathura & got the news of the violence that has taken place there in which policemen have lost their lives," she tweeted.
The actress said she will visit Mathura again if required.
"So upset by the news from a place which is so dear to me. Will go there again if my presence is required. My heart goes out to the bereaved.
"Heartfelt condolences to families of SP City Mukul Dwivedi & SHO Santosh Kumar who laid down their lives in the line of duty. I fervently appeal to the people of Mathura to remain calm & not get misguided by violent elements," she further wrote.