Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:47am on 03 Feb 2026,Tuesday India
Communal tensions flared in Dutkaiyya village in Chhattisgarh’s Gariaband district after three men, recently released on bail in a temple vandalism case, allegedly assaulted local youths, triggering widespread unrest. An enraged mob entered the village Sunday evening, torched at least six houses and vehicles, and targeted homes of minority community members. Police rushed in, forming a protective cordon to shield about 20 residents and children, while stone-pelting by the mob injured several officers. Authorities arrested the three accused and deployed additional forces to restore order. A tense atmosphere persists as investigations continue. (PC: The Hindu)
