The situation remained tense but under control in two districts of Karbi Anglong in central Assam on Wednesday, with no fresh violence reported in the troubled areas, officials said.Two persons were killed, and at least 45 others, including 38 police personnel, injured on Tuesday as fresh violence erupted in Kheroni area in West Karbi Anglong district. Assam Police DGP Harmeet Singh was hit on his shoulder during stone-pelting, while IG (Law and Order) Akhilesh Kumar Singh suffered injuries on his leg.
The violence erupted after a group of protesters assembled near Phelangpi and proceeded towards Dongkamokam, eventually reaching the Kapili Ghat area. A counter group was present on the opposite bank, leading to heightened tension in the region. According to official sources, the situation turned violent when protesters allegedly attacked police personnel with stones and sticks, resulting in injuries to several senior officers. To disperse the crowd and regain control, police first resorted to a lathi charge and later opened fire as the situation escalated.
Two fatalities were reported during the unrest. Singthi Timung succumbed to injuries sustained during the clashes, while Surjya Dey lost his life following an arson attack on a commercial establishment amid the violence. Authorities said the situation has since stabilised, and investigations into the incidents are underway. Law enforcement agencies remain on high alert in Kheroni and other sensitive areas of West Karbi Anglong to ensure peace and prevent any further incidents.
