The violence erupted in Saidarpar village under Fatikroy police station limits after a dispute over the collection of subscriptions for a local Shiva temple.
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Moneycontrol11-01-2026, 12:05

Tripura's Unakoti Under Prohibitory Orders, Internet Suspended After Communal Clashes

  • Prohibitory orders and mobile internet suspension for 48 hours imposed in Tripura's Unakoti district following communal clashes.
  • Violence erupted in Kumarghat subdivision over a dispute regarding subscription collection for a Shiva temple, injuring 5-6 people and damaging property.
  • A timber merchant, Masabbir Ali, and his driver were attacked after a disagreement over payment, leading to wider clashes.
  • Masabbir Ali's timber shop was set ablaze, three nearby houses caught fire, and a local mosque was vandalized during the unrest.
  • Heavy security, including Assam Rifles, CRPF, BSF, and Tripura State Rifles, deployed; a suo motu case registered, and eight people questioned.

Why It Matters: Communal clashes in Tripura's Unakoti led to prohibitory orders, internet suspension, and property damage.

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