Kushinagar Tense: Youth Murder Sparks Bulldozer Demand, Road Blocked on New Year's Day

• Youth Nishant alias Shaktiman Singh was stabbed to death in Judwaniya village, Kushinagar, due to old enmity.
• Victim's family and villagers blocked Naika Chhapra intersection with the body, demanding 'bulldozer action' against accused's homes.
• The protest disrupted traffic and led to slogans against the administration on the first day of the New Year.
• ADM, ASP, and police from a dozen stations were deployed to control the situation; negotiations are ongoing.
• Police confirmed the arrest of accused Naushad and an accomplice, assuring strict action in the matter.

Why It Matters: Murder of a youth in Kushinagar sparks protests demanding bulldozer action; accused arrested, tension high.