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12 Police Injured as Odisha Highway Blockade Turns Violent

Police attribute the clash to a protest over an alleged verbal abuse case in Binjhua that led to an NH-220 roadblock.

Overview

  • More than 200 villagers blocked NH-220 near Behalda Bazaar to demand justice, according to police.
  • Officers who attempted to clear the road were attacked by a crowd, leaving 12 personnel injured, three reported serious.
  • The protest followed allegations that a youth verbally abused a girl in Binjhua in the Tiring police station area.
  • A case was registered at Tiring police station and some people were detained for alleged involvement in the attack.
  • Police said the blockade was later lifted and further investigation is underway, with reports based on official statements.