Darbhanga, February 5: An unusual incident has emerged in the Kusheshwar Sthan police station area of Darbhanga district, Bihar. Seventy individuals from a specific caste within the general category have been named as accused, along with over 100 unidentified individuals. The police are currently investigating the matter.
According to police reports, the incident took place in Harinagar village, where Asharfi Paswan filed a complaint regarding an assault linked to a financial transaction. The complaint has led to charges against 70 individuals from the same caste and approximately 150 unidentified persons. It has been noted that the case has been registered under various sections, including the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Villagers claim that the entire community has been targeted rather than addressing individual wrongdoing. They argue that if someone is guilty, a proper investigation should be conducted. Allegations have surfaced that even those not present in the village have been implicated. Reports indicate that the dispute originated from a financial transaction disagreement.
The incident reportedly occurred on the night of January 31, escalating into a physical altercation. It is alleged that sticks and other weapons were used, resulting in injuries to over ten individuals, including women and a child.
Following the incident, Asharfi Paswan lodged a complaint against the entire caste in the village under the SC-ST Act, claiming that his family was attacked and harassed by villagers. According to police, 12 individuals have been detained for questioning, and tensions in the village are reportedly high.
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