Sundargarh group clash: Prohibitory orders under Sec 163 of BNS remain in force, educational institutions shut

Prohibitory orders continue to remain in force in Sundargarh town following a group clash, with the district administration maintaining restrictions to prevent any further escalation. Internet services have been suspended for 24 hours from 6 pm on Thursday, while all schools and colleges in the town were closed on Friday as a precautionary measure.

The restrictions were imposed in the wake of tension reported from the Regent Market area. Prohibitory orders under BNS Section 163 have been enforced across Sundargarh town. Police have stepped up patrolling, and the situation is being closely monitored by senior officials.

Restrictions Imposed To Maintain Law And Order

Sundargarh Collector Subhankar Mohapatra said, “Internet services and social media services have been clamped. From the point of security, schools, colleges and other educational institutions will remain closed. After that, a peace committee will be formed and discussions will be held on the next course of action. We request everyone to maintain peace and cooperate with us so that law and order is maintained throughout the region.”

Officials said the measures were taken to ensure public safety and to prevent the spread of rumours.

Clash Triggered By Dispute Over Food Item

Western Range DIG Brijesh Rai said, “The incident started over a suspicious food item at an individual’s residence. Following that, under the supervision of the SDPO, police reached the scene immediately and handled the situation very sensitively. They reasoned with people and tried to de-escalate the situation. The incident happened around midnight.”

He said police did not find any objectionable items at the individual’s residence. However, tensions escalated when members of two groups began pelting stones at each other.

Police Act Promptly, Situation Under Control

DIG Rai added, “Right after we received information about stone pelting, the Sundargarh SP reached the spot and dispersed people from both sides. The police managed to de-escalate the situation quickly, which is why no one was seriously injured. One police officer was injured, while civilians sustained minor injuries.”

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Authorities said the situation is under control, with security arrangements tightened across sensitive areas of the town.