A violent clash during Saraswati Puja idol immersion in Paradip injured seven youths on Saturday night.
The incident unfolded at Sandhakuda Basti when two local clubs confronted each other over DJ music.
Members of one club carried their idol procession with loud DJ music. Suddenly, youths from another club attacked them, triggering chaos. The fight escalated quickly, leaving seven injured.
Doctors at Biju Memorial Hospital treated all the injured. Two youths sustained severe head injuries and were later shifted to SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack for advanced care.
Police rushed to the scene immediately. Authorities deployed additional forces to control the tense situation. Officers launched raids across Paradip to trace the attackers.
Investigators suspect the clash may have roots in earlier disputes between the groups. The incident has sparked concerns about law and order in Paradip. Citizens are questioning whether adequate police arrangements were in place during the immersion procession.
