Clash Erupts Over Song During Jharkhand Procession: FIR Lodged

A clash erupted in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, over an objectionable song played during a Mangla Julus procession. This led to stone-pelting between two communities. An FIR was filed against 10 named and 200 unidentified individuals. The incident sparked upheaval in the state assembly, prompting demands for increased security during festivals.

A stone-pelting clash in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, erupted during a Mangla Julus procession after an objectionable song was played, according to a report in the state assembly on Wednesday.

The incident led to heightened tensions between two communities, escalating to a point where law enforcement was compelled to discharge rounds in the air to control the situation. Parliamentary Affairs minister Radha Krishna Kishore confirmed that an FIR had been registered against 10 named individuals and 200 unidentified persons.

The turmoil triggered outcry from BJP MLAs during assembly proceedings, demanding a comprehensive investigation and enhanced security measures for future festivals. The government assured parliamentarians of a focused probe and the maintenance of communal harmony in the state.

(With inputs from agencies.)