CBI Team Faces Local Backlash During UGC-NET Probe in Bihar

A CBI team investigating alleged irregularities in the UGC-NET exam was attacked by locals in Bihar's Nawada. Four individuals were arrested following the incident. The attack occurred as the CBI pursued suspects linked to a paper leak case. The situation was later controlled by local police.

A CBI team investigating alleged irregularities in the UGC-NET examination faced an attack by locals in Bihar's Nawada while pursuing suspects, leading to arrests, officials reported on Sunday.

The incident took place on Saturday in Kasiyadih village. According to the Superintendent of Police in Nawada, the CBI officers were surrounded and attacked around 4:30 PM, prompting a swift police response which brought the situation under control. Four individuals were subsequently arrested.

Villagers reportedly mistook the CBI team for imposters as they sought suspects tied to the UGC-NET paper leak case, based on mobile phone data. The CBI's ongoing investigation had led them to seize two mobile phones from the house of a villager named Phool Chand. An FIR has been registered against the accused for obstructing government duties and assault.

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