Clashes Erupt in Kapilvastu After Youths Defy Curfew, Police Fire in Air

Summary

Clashes broke out in Kapilvastu's Bargadwa area after youths defied an indefinite curfew by setting tires on fire, leading police to fire in the air and injure three people. The administration had imposed a curfew to prevent tensions after an incident during a devotional song session.

Key Points
  • Clashes erupted in Kapilvastu's Bargadwa area after youths set tires on fire during an indefinite curfew.
  • Police fired in the air to control the situation, injuring three people.
  • The curfew was imposed by the District Administration Office following tension between two communities over vandalism during a devotional song session.
  • The curfew restricts all gatherings and will remain until further notice, with violators subject to custody and legal action.
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