Tensions erupted in Dibrugarh, India, after police closed a gate to a hospital, sparking protests.

In Dibrugarh, India, tensions flared between residents of Jalan Nagar Tea Estate and police after the closure of a gate providing access to the Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH). The closure aimed to address rising violence linked to nearby liquor dens. Protests erupted, escalating into violent confrontations where police used tear gas, and injuries occurred on both sides. The gate's closure followed a fatal incident in July related to alcohol-related violence.

November 05, 2024
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