Four arrested after altercation with police during Diwali firecracker celebrations in Cuttack

Police in Cuttack arrested four people on charges of engaging in an altercation with law enforcement during Diwali celebrations in the Nayasadak locality. The incident unfolded as authorities attempted to enforce restrictions on firecracker use during the festive season.

According to police reports, the group was bursting firecrackers in the residential area when officers intervened. The confrontation escalated into a scuffle between the individuals and police personnel who were on duty to maintain order during the festival.

The arrests were made as part of ongoing efforts by Cuttack police to regulate firecracker bursting and maintain public order during Diwali celebrations. Authorities have increased patrolling and enforcement activities across the city during the festival period to address noise and air pollution concerns.

Details regarding the specific charges against the four individuals and their identities have not been disclosed. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between firecracker traditions and environmental and safety regulations enforced during the festive season in Indian cities.