Agartala, Nov 2: Tension gripped Ashabari under Kalamchaura police station on Monday after a clash broke out between BSF personnel and local residents, leaving three BSF jawans and several protesters injured.
According to local residents, the incident began around 10 am when BSF personnel allegedly detained Hefzur Rahman, son of Shahajan Mia, on suspicion while he was working near New Bazar Road, adjacent to Ashabari Gram Panchayat. Locals alleged that he was assaulted during detention, resulting in a fractured leg.
Following the incident, angry residents blocked the Ashabari-Rahimpur road near New Bazar and staged a protest, demanding action over the alleged assault.
The situation escalated when a vehicle carrying three personnel of the 49th BSF Battalion, including Company Commander Rohit, driver Sunil Kumar and jawan Manjit, was passing through the area from Rahimpur towards Boxanagar. The vehicle was reportedly surrounded by protesters, who allegedly attacked the personnel with sticks and bamboo, leaving all three injured.
The injured BSF personnel were initially taken to Boxanagar Hospital for treatment and later referred to Hapania Hospital for further medical care.
Personnel from Ashabari BSF Border Outpost and Kalamchaura police reached the spot and brought the situation under control.
Reports indicate that complaints have been lodged by both sides at the police station. Senior BSF officials also visited the area and initiated an inquiry into the incident.
Tension continues to prevail in Ashabari, while the circumstances leading to the clash and the allegations made by both sides are yet to be established through an investigation.
