Tension escalated during a Saraswati idol immersion procession in Nawanagar village, Bihar, when a dispute between two groups turned violent, resulting in injuries and panic. The procession, carrying the idol from Nawanagar market, was asked to change its route by another group, leading to arguments and scuffles. Despite a temporary calm, violence reignited after the immersion ceremony, with youths being assaulted near the Nawanagar mosque.
Trouble ensued as the confrontation intensified, with stone-pelting from nearby rooftops causing more injuries and chaos. A video circulating on social media captures the scene of the incident, showing the turmoil. Injured individuals, including Ritesh Kumar alias Ramchandra, were taken to medical facilities for treatment following the clashes.
Police intervention was swift, with Bidupur police restoring order and deploying additional forces to prevent further escalation. Both sides have filed complaints, and investigations are ongoing. The dispute, which originated from a road pothole after the idol immersion, led to the violent outbreak, leaving several injured. The situation is currently under control, though tension lingers in the area.
