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Ichak returns to normal after clash, security tightened

Sub-Divisional Officer (Hazaribag Sadar) R.K. Gupta assured that the situation in Ichak remains peaceful.

News Arena Network - Ranchi - UPDATED: February 27, 2025, 05:12 PM - 2 min read

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The situation in Hazaribag district’s Ichak area is gradually returning to normal a day after violent clashes erupted between two communities over the installation of religious flags and a loudspeaker during Maha Shivratri celebrations, an official said on Thursday.


Shops and markets in the region resumed operations on Thursday, signaling a return to normalcy, according to officials. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely to prevent any further unrest.


According to Santosh Kumar, officer-in-charge of Ichak police station, three individuals have been arrested in connection with the violence that took place on Wednesday. Law enforcement agencies are conducting further investigations to identify those responsible for instigating the clash.


Sub-Divisional Officer (Hazaribag Sadar) R.K. Gupta assured that the situation in Ichak remains peaceful. "A peace committee meeting has been scheduled later in the day to foster dialogue and maintain communal harmony," he said.

 

Also Read: Communal clashes erupt in Jharkhand on Mahashivratri


To ensure law and order, authorities have deployed additional security personnel within the Ichak police station limits. Patrolling has been intensified, and security forces remain on high alert to prevent any further escalation.


The violence broke out on Wednesday when a dispute arose over the installation of religious flags and loudspeakers for Maha Shivratri festivities. The disagreement soon escalated into a violent confrontation, leaving several individuals injured. The authorities responded swiftly to contain the situation, dispersing the crowds and restoring order.


The district administration has urged residents to maintain peace and refrain from spreading rumors or misinformation. Efforts are being made to restore trust and unity among the local communities, ensuring that such incidents do not recur in the future.

 

Also Read: BJP demands probe into Hazaribag violence in Jharkhand

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