Tensions in Cuttack: Durga Puja Clashes Prompt Citywide Bandh
Tensions escalate in Cuttack after clashes during Durga Puja immersion lead to injuries and a citywide bandh called by the VHP. Violence erupted over high-decibel music, resulting in stone-pelting incidents. Police intervened, and several arrests were made. Additional forces have been deployed to maintain order.
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Cuttack city was on edge Sunday after clashes erupted during a Durga Puja idol immersion procession, leading the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) to call for a bandh on October 6.
Violence occurred between 1.30 am and 2 am near Haathi Pokhari when opposing groups disputed the use of high-decibel music. The dispute quickly escalated, culminating in stone and bottle throwing that injured many, including Cuttack DCP Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo.
Police intervened to control the situation with a mild lathi charge, and immersion resumed under heavy security after a three-hour halt. Six arrests have been made, with further investigations underway. The VHP criticized local administration for failing to maintain order, while the BJD condemned anti-social elements for the unrest.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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