CHRONOLOGY OF CLASHES
MARCH 17, BHAGALPUR: Tension broke out in Bhagalpur’s Nathnagar locality after people of two communities clashed over an unauthorised religious procession taken out by saffron outfits and led by Arijit Shashwat, son of Union minister of state for health and family welfare, Ashwani Choubey. More than 35 people were injured. Internet services were suspended for two days. Two separate cases were lodged. Shashwat was named in one FIR. No arrests have been made so far. MARCH 24, SIWAN: A minor clash took place between Hindus and Muslims after a group of people stopped a Rama Navami procession at Hassanpura. People resorted to brickbatting and three vehicles were burnt. Six people were taken into custody.
MARCH 25, AURANGABAD,
KAIMUR AND GAYA: Communal clashes broke out in the three districts. Aurangabd was the worst affected. More than 25 people were injured. Police had to clamp prohibitory orders and suspend internet services for an indefinite period. Police said around 150 people have been arrested. In Gaya and Kaimur, minor clashes were brought under control quickly.
MARCH 27, SAMASTIPUR:
Clashes broke out between two groups over a Rama Navami procession that came under attack by trouble makers. Around 10 people including a probationary Indian Police Service officer were injured. Three vehicles were set on fire. Internet services were suspended.