Patna, February 26 – Tension gripped the Kudra Police Station area in the Kaimur district after villagers allegedly attacked police personnel who had arrived at a village to investigate a report of an illegal liquor party that violated Bihar's prohibition law.
Several police personnel were injured, and police opened fire, claiming it was in self-defense.
According to police officials, a liquor party was organized late Wednesday night in Kajhar Ghat village to celebrate the release of a man who had recently been granted bail.
The celebration allegedly involved loud music, female dancers, and celebratory gunfire, despite Bihar's prohibition law.
Following the information, the in-charge of the Kudra Police Station arrived at the village along with other personnel.
Police stated that as soon as the team arrived, the crowd turned aggressive and began throwing stones.
During the chaos, police personnel were allegedly also fired upon.
A senior police officer stated that five police officers, including the station in-charge, were injured in the stone pelting.
He added that the police only opened fire after being fired upon, in an attempt to protect themselves.
One villager was reportedly injured during the firing.
Police confirmed that an FIR has been registered at the Kudra police station, naming 28 individuals and 50 unidentified people as accused.
So far, 13 people have been arrested in connection with the incident.
The statement of the injured villager has been recorded.
Police said preliminary information suggests that he was shot from behind, and he is being questioned as part of the investigation.
Officials stated that the exact circumstances and direction of the firing will only be determined after the medical and forensic examination reports come in.
Following the incident, angry villagers blocked the road and accused the police of assault, claiming that the police fired first without provocation.
Police, however, have maintained that the firing was purely retaliatory and carried out in self-defense.
Heavy police deployment continues in the area to prevent any further escalation, and the situation is being closely monitored.