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At least 25 people were injured in clashes in Cuttack on Sunday, forcing the Odisha government to impose prohibitory orders and suspend internet services in large parts of the city. The violence, which began during an idol immersion procession in the Dargha Bazaar area late Friday night, escalated again when protesters confronted the police two days later. Authorities said restrictions would remain in place to prevent further unrest, while investigations are underway to identify those involved. Police said the orders will remain in place for 36 hours from 10 pm on Sunday, while the internet suspension will continue for 24 hours.Cuttack Violence: How it startedThe violence first began late Friday night during an idol immersion procession in the Dargha Bazaar area. Police said the clashes erupted between 1:30 am and 2 am near Haathi Pokhari after some locals objected to loud music being played during the procession.The Jhanjirimangala Bhagabat Puja Committee was leading the immersion procession at the time. Police said the situation escalated when stones and glass bottles were thrown from rooftops onto the crowd.At least six people were injured on Friday, including Cuttack Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo. Vehicles, motorcycles, and roadside stalls were also damaged in the chaos.“Cuttack DCP Rishikesh Khilari, who was present at the spot to monitor security arrangements, sustained an eye injury along with other police personnel deployed on duty. One person is reported to be in critical condition,” police said.Live EventsYou Might Also Like:VHP calls 12-hour bandh on Monday in Cuttack following Durga Puja violenceThe following immersion procession of the Rausapatna Durga Kali Medha committee was also disrupted as the violence spread. Police used a lathi charge to disperse the crowd and restore order.Fresh violence on SundayTension resurfaced on Sunday when protesters confronted the police at Dargha Bazaar. The clashes left at least 25 people injured, according to PTI.Residents had earlier staged protests in the area, blaming the administration for failing to prevent the violence despite heavy deployment of security personnel.Internet suspended, Curfew for 36 hoursPolice Commissioner S Dev Datta Singh said prohibitory orders were imposed in 13 police station areas, including Dargah Bazaar, Mangalabag, Cantonment, Purighat, Lal Bagh, Bidanasi, Markat Nagar, CDA Phase 2, Malgodam, Badambadi, Jagatpur, Bayalis Mouza, and Sadar.You Might Also Like:Odisha govt imposes 24-hour social media ban in Cuttack amid communal tension”Curfew will remain in force for 36 hours under 13 police areas from Sunday night. There is a ban on internet and social media services for 36 hours, starting 7 pm on Sunday,” police commissioner S Dev Datta Singh said.The state home department said internet services were suspended to curb the spread of “provocative and inflammatory messages” on social media. The suspension applies to mobile internet, broadband, and messaging services such as WhatsApp, Facebook, X, Instagram, and Snapchat. The restrictions cover the Cuttack Municipal Corporation area, Cuttack Development Authority region, and 42 Mauza areas.Police said six people have been arrested so far. CCTV footage, drone visuals, and eyewitness accounts are being examined to identify others involved in the clashes.Cuttack BandhMeanwhile, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has called for a 12-hour bandh in Cuttack on Monday in protest over the incidents. Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!
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