“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

“Senior police officer Amarenda Panda and Cuttack DCP Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo were among the 25 people injured in the attack. Mr. Panda was admitted to the ICU of the SCB Medical College and Hospital,” official

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