Home Minister Sudhan Gurung Discusses Communal Clash with Security Chiefs

Summary

Home Minister Sudhan Gurung met with security chiefs to discuss a violent clash between Hindu and Muslim communities in Sunsari's Kapantaganj, which resulted in one death and multiple injuries.

Key Points
  • Home Minister Sudhan Gurung held discussions with security chiefs over a communal clash in Kapantaganj, Sunsari.
  • One person, Omprakash Mehta, died following shots fired by security personnel during the clash.
  • The clash was reportedly over loud DJ music and a dispute involving the replacement of a Muslim flag with a Hindu flag.
  • Multiple police and locals were injured; rounds were fired by police and armed police during the incident.
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