“Eight people were arrested on Monday (October 6, 2025) in connection with the violence in Odisha’s Cuttack, where a 12-hour bandh was under way amid heavy security deployment with Prohibitory Orders in place,” officials said.

Speaking to reporters, Commissioner of Police S. Dev Datta Singh said three cases were registered and eight people were arrested in connection with Sunday's (October 5, 2025) attack on police by VHP activists. "The situation is under control," he said.

DCP among several injured in clash during idol immersion procession in Odisha’s Cuttack, six held

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