Police firing leaves seven injured amid prohibitory order in Kapilvastu
Summary
Police opened fire during a prohibitory order in Kapilvastu's Maharajgunj Municipality following violent clashes between Hindu and Muslim communities over religious noise disputes, injuring seven people.
Key Points
- Police opened fire in Maharajgunj Municipality, Kapilvastu, injuring five protesters and two police personnel amidst a prohibitory order.
- The violence erupted due to a religious dispute between Muslim and Hindu communities during the Eid festival over loud hymns at a Kali temple and prayers at a mosque.
- A prohibitory order was imposed in the area from 2:00 pm onwards, banning gatherings, rallies, and protests to control the tense situation.
- Protests and road blockades continued in nearby areas such as Bahadurgunj Bazaar and Gaidahawa despite restrictions.
