Dhamnagar violence: Prohibitory orders under Sec 163 of BNSS clamped 

Bhadrak district administration has imposed prohibitory orders under section 163 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita at Godipokhari village and nearby villages within 1 km radius following a group clash that left four injured.

According to a notification issued by the Office of the Sub Collector and Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Bhadrak, the prohibitory orders will remain in force from 2.00 PM September 19 to 10 PM September 21.

“It is further directed that unlawful gathering/ congregation are strictly prohibited on the above mentioned proceeding areas. The IIC Dhusuri police station is hereby directed to promulgate the order on the spot through mike announcement with immediate effect in the aforesaid areas and take necessary and eminent steps to disperse the mob, who will create disturbance in the said proceeding area and to take action as per law against the disturbing persons,” the notification read.

“The Tahasildar, Dhmanagar is hereby directed to remain in charge as Executive Magistrate to maintain law and order situation over the spot,” the notification stated.

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At least four persons were injured after the clash broke out between two groups at Gudupokhari Bazaar under Dhusuri police limits on Thursday. Of the four injured, one has been shifted to Cuttack after his health condition deteriorated.