Violence erupted in Bihar's Chhapra following the conclusion of Monday's voting, leading to a deadly clash between BJP and RJD supporters. One person was shot dead, and two others were severely injured. The incident occurred outside polling stations 318-319 in Chapra, Saran, where anti-social elements opened fire. Two suspects have been detained, while two others remain at large. The internet has been suspended in the area for two days to prevent further escalation. Superintendent of Police, Saran, Gaurav Mangla, confirmed the details of the incident. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav condemned the violence and assured that the absconding suspects would be apprehended soon. District Magistrate Aman Samir reported that tension had been building between the parties since the previous day. Various political leaders, including RJD candidate Rohini Acharya and LJP (R) leader Chirag Paswan, have called for a thorough investigation and strict action against those responsible.
#WATCH | Bihar | On Chhapra firing incident, RJD candidate from Pataliputra Lok Sabha constituency, Misa Bharti says, "It is a saddening incident as a member of our family has died. This shows that jungle raj is at its peak under the double engine government in the state. Because… https://t.co/qIz2ozgzSk
VIDEO | Lok Sabha Elections 2024: "It is very unfortunate. This incident of violence after elections should be probed. Strict action should be taken against those who are responsible," says Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan (@iChiragPaswan) on post-poll violence… https://t.co/vIHgAzSB73
#WATCH | One person dead in clash between RJD-BJP workers in Bihar's Chhapra, National President of Lok Janshakti Party, Chirag Paswan says, "During elections, such a violent clash taking place is worrisome. An inquiry should be conducted and action should be taken against the… https://t.co/7sjuc4lhx5
Patna: On Chapra firing incident, LJP (R) leader Chirag Paswan says, "This is worrying, such violent clashes in elections are not at all appropriate and should be investigated" https://t.co/csmY1jSnLE
#WATCH | Patna, Bihar | On Chapra firing incident, former Bihar Deputy CM and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav says, "We received the information that two people were shot dead. This incident happened after the elections. The administration has arrested two people. Two other absconding… https://t.co/tbtqGr3lAe
Patna: "The background of the Chapra incident has been set since yesterday. The way the RJD candidate and his associates caused chaos in Chapra and tried to disturb the election has led to today's unfortunate situation," says BJP leader Tarkishore Prasad https://t.co/H3dMxm4qnV
Chapra, Bihar: "Yesterday, there was a dispute between party workers of RJD and BJP. In the ensuing altercation, some individuals reportedly assaulted others, resulting in three people sustaining gunshot wounds. Police are making efforts to identify and arrest those involved in… https://t.co/xZhRKpsfQN https://t.co/9aq41mftkb
Chapra, Bihar: Following the conclusion of Monday's voting, election-related rivalry led to a shooting incident. One young man was killed, and two others were seriously injured. Tension between the two parties has escalated to the point where internet services in the city have… https://t.co/5vWeeLNfYO
VIDEO | Here's what RJD candidate from Saran Rohini Acharya said on death of a party worker in post-poll violence. "BJP people have got panicked. We want justice. They are BJP's goons. There should be an FIR. I have a right as a candidate to visit booths. I went there, I asked a… https://t.co/7C7A4SpCIx
#WATCH | Patna, Bihar: On the Chapra firing case, RJD leader and party candidate from Saran Lok Sabha seat Rohini Acharya says, "BJP are scared. Democracy is being murdered...FIR should be filed against BJP goons. We demand from the administration that all these goons should be… https://t.co/eIRnX26QLl
Patna: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav reacts to the Chhapra violence, says, "We have received reports that two individuals were shot early this morning. This incident took place after the elections. We have engaged with administration officials, who have assured us that two suspects… https://t.co/VPC49dtOsb
Patna: "I request all party workers not to engage in such incidents during elections. The government should look into the law and order situation," says VIP leader Mukesh Sahani on the Chapra violence. https://t.co/cTpTtHUGwy
Chhapra, Bihar: Following the conclusion of Monday's voting, election-related rivalry led to a shooting incident. One young man was killed, and two others were seriously injured. Tension between the two parties has escalated to the point where internet services in the city have… https://t.co/DvimO1B72s
#WATCH | Chapra, Bihar: District Magistrate, Saran, Aman Samir says, "There was an atmosphere of tension occurred yesterday between two parties after a candidate came near polling station 318-319. After the tension that arose our patrolling team was deputed. This morning a… https://t.co/3LUbwwyzKK
VIDEO | Here's what RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav (@yadavtejashwi) said on post-poll violence in Bihar's #Saran. "There's shouldn't be any place for violence in elections. I have had a word with local administration. Two people have been arrested and two others are absconding. The… https://t.co/UCIAXQD7XB
#WATCH | On the firing incident in Chhapra, former Bihar Deputy CM and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav says "Two people have been arrested and the other two are absconding. I have been assured that they will be arrested soon. Some people end up doing such things because of the fear of… https://t.co/QIVgJLoTdR https://t.co/C5IiG0bMm1
#WATCH | Bihar: Superintendent of Police, Saran, Gaurav Mangla says, "Yesterday, a controversy happened outside booth number 318-319 in Chapra. Today, some anti-social elements opened fire at three people. One of them is dead, the other has been admitted to the hospital for… https://t.co/PJH2VPXxbj
#WATCH | Bihar: Superintendent of Police, Saran, Gaurav Mangla says, "Yesterday, a controversy happened outside booth number 18-19 in Chapra. Today, some anti-social elements opened fire at three people. One of them is dead, the other has been admitted to the hospital for… https://t.co/qbmLX3d8rr
One person was shot dead and two severely injured after clashes erupted in Bihar's Saran between BJP and RJD workers. Two people have been detained in connection with the violence and the internet has been suspended for two days. Tap to read more: https://t.co/zme6hsvQTf… https://t.co/F9K1UvdpN1
#BreakigNews | Violence in #Bihar post polling; Scuffle between #BJP and #RJD supporters in #Chapra @JournoKSSR shares details with @anjalipandey06 https://t.co/uwnyg4lq2L