Violence Erupts During Assam Eviction Drive in Paikan; One Dead, Another Injured

During an eviction drive at Paikan in Assam’s Goalpara district on Thursday, police firing led to one death and one injury, triggering political controversy. The BJP Assam Pradesh blamed the violence on fundamentalist groups, linking it to Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge’s recent visit. BJP leader Bhubon Pegu echoed similar accusations, condemning the attack on police and demanding arrests. The government claimed the eviction turned violent when police were attacked, prompting them to open fire. Congress has yet to respond. Tensions remain high, with authorities investigating the incident and monitoring the situation in the region.