Latest News | Odisha: 5 Injured in Clash During Hanuman Jayanti Procession

Balasore (Odisha) Apr 14 (PTI) Five people were injured in a clash between two groups during a Hanuman Jayanti procession in Odisha's Balasore district, police said.

Tension prevailed in Remuna area as the clash took place at the nearby Ganipur village, a senior officer said.

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A police vehicle was also damaged in the violence.

Following the incident, heavy deployment of police forces has been made in and around 10 km from Remuna area, he said.

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Balasore SP Sagarika Nath and IG Eastern Range Deepak Kumar rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control, he added.

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