Communal violence in Hazaribagh district over decorations and installation of loudspeakers during Maha Shivratri celebrations. The violence escalated with stone pelting from both sides, leading to several shops being set on fire.
Multiple vehicles, including four bikes, an auto, and a car, were torched.
Nancy Sahay, Deputy Commissioner, confirmed incidents of scuffles and stone pelting. “Adequate forces have been deployed, and senior officers are monitoring the situation on-site. As of now, the situation is under control and peaceful,” she stated.