Clashes erupt in Bihar's Gopalganj, Katihar during Muharram processions; stones hurled, vehicles vandalised - police to take action
NEW DELHI: Tensions flared during Muharram processions in
Bihar
's Gopalganj and Katihar districts on Sunday, leading to clashes between groups in two separate incidents, officials confirmed.
In Gopalganj's Manjha area, a dispute between two akharas occurred over the performance of stunts during the religious procession. One individual sustained minor injuries in the scuffle.
"People of two akharas, part of a procession, clashed with each other over performing stunts. One person sustained minor injuries. He was taken to the nearest hospital, where his condition is reported to be out of danger," Gopalganj district magistrate Pawan Kumar Sinha told PTI.
Stone-pelting
,
vandalism
in Katihar
Meanwhile, in Katihar's Naya Tola area, members of two communities clashed near the Mahaveer temple while a Muharram procession was underway. Stone-pelting and vandalism of vehicles during the brief episode of violence were reported.
"The situation was immediately brought under control," said Katihar district magistrate Manesh Kumar Meena. "No one sustained any injury in this incident. Those who indulged in violence have been identified and strict action will be taken against them."
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