Several injured, vehicles and shops torched as clash breaks out between two groups during Holi procession in Jharkhand

TOI City Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 15, 2025, 08:38 IST

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A clash erupted between two groups during a Holi procession in Giridih, Jharkhand, resulting in injuries and the torching of at least three shops. The violence ensued when one group opposed the procession, leading to stone pelting. Police forces were deployed to the area, and the situation is now under control, officials reported.

Several injured, vehicles and shops torched as clash breaks out between two groups during Holi procession in Jharkhand

NEW DELHI: A clash broke out between two groups during a Holi procession in Jharkhand's Giridih district on Friday, resulting in several injuries and three shops allegedly being torched. Police forces have been deployed to control the situation.

The incident occurred in Ghodthamba when one group opposed the passing of a Holi procession through the area. The confrontation escalated into stone pelting between both sides.

"A large police contingent was deployed to restore peace in the area. The situation is under control and is being monitored closely," said Khorimahua Sub-divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Rajendra Prasad.
The authorities have maintained a strong presence in the area to prevent any further escalation of violence between the groups.

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