The Bihar protest clash in Siwan left three people with bullet injuries and dozens of police personnel hurt. The violence broke out during a statewide bandh over the NEET paper leak and recent police action against student protesters. Police also detained more than 400 people after the unrest spread across the town.
Siwan Superintendent of Police Puran Kumar Jha confirmed that police carried out aerial firing during the Bihar protest clash. He said officers fired four rounds from long-range weapons and three rounds from pistols. However, he added that investigators have not confirmed whether police bullets caused all three injuries.
Police say protesters attacked personnel, while one injured man claims he was hit while visiting Siwan for official certificates.
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One injured man, Bullet Kumar Gond, said he had come to Siwan to obtain caste, income, and residence certificates. He claimed he was walking toward the District Magistrate’s office when a bullet struck his leg. Police confirmed that his injury resulted from police firing. Meanwhile, the other two injured, Akash and Arif, are also recovering. Officials continue to investigate their injuries.
Police alleged that protesters attacked officers, threw stones, and damaged government property during the Bihar protest clash. Authorities responded with baton charges, tear gas, and aerial firing to control the crowd. Officials reported damage to 19 government vehicles and one private vehicle. They also said 58 police personnel suffered injuries during the violence.
Following the Bihar protest clash, the Bihar government temporarily suspended internet and messaging services across Siwan for 24 hours. Officials said the move aimed to prevent the spread of misinformation and further violence. The investigation continues as authorities examine the firing, identify those responsible, and assess the full impact of the clashes.
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