Punjab: Violent clash breaks out inside Kapurthala jail, inmates vandalise prison property

A violent clash broke out between two groups of inmates at Kapurthala jail on Saturday night, resulting in vandalism, attempted arson, and alleged use of force by authorities.

A violent clash broke out between two groups of inmates inside the Kapurthala jail on Saturday night, according to sources.

According to reports, inmates vandalised jail property, broke a wall of barrack number four and attempted to set a section of the prison on fire.

While police are yet to comment on the matter, the source said senior officers reached the jail along with a large contingent to restore order.

Purported videos from inside the jail premises surfaced on social media, showing a commotion.

In the clips, some inmates are heard saying that jail authorities opened fire.

Inmates are also heard accusing jail authorities of using force against them. One of the inmates even shows injuries in one of the purported videos.

The clashes took place between two groups of inmates following an altercation over some issue, sources said.