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Bihu performers attacked during Durga Puja procession in Assam
Police arrested 17 people following an assault on traditional Bihu dancers during a Durga Puja immersion procession in Assam's Sribhumi area. The victims claimed the attackers identified themselves as members of a Hindu nationalist organization.
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An altercation erupted during a Durga Puja immersion procession in Sribhumi, Assam, when traditional Bihu dancers were assaulted by a group of men. The incident resulted in 17 arrests as authorities launched investigations into the attack.
According to reports, the victims stated that their assailants identified themselves as members of the Bajrang Dal and used communal slogans while attacking them with sticks. The dancers were performing as part of the religious procession when the confrontation took place.
Police responded swiftly to the incident and detained the accused individuals for questioning. Officials are examining the circumstances that led to the clash and whether communal tensions played a role in the assault.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about religious harmony during major festival celebrations in the northeastern state. Authorities have stepped up vigilance to prevent similar occurrences during the remainder of the Durga Puja season across Assam.