Archive · 17 Jan 2026
Six Arrested After Beef Rumour Sparks Violence in Sundargarh
In Sundargarh, a town in Odisha, India, there was a big fight on Thursday between two groups of people.
The fight started because of a rumor that a meat shop was selling beef, and also because of an argument over some food items in the market.
Many people got hurt, including some police officers.
The local government had to stop internet services and put rules in place to stop more fighting.
On Friday, things got better, and the internet was turned back on.
On Saturday, six people were arrested for their part in the fight.
Schools and shops were open again, but many police officers are still there to make sure everything stays peaceful.
A group clash erupted in Sundargarh town on Thursday over rumours of beef sale and an altercation over food items.
At least 12 people, including police personnel, were injured in the violence.
Prohibitory orders and internet services were suspended following the clash but were lifted on Friday evening.
Six people were arrested on Saturday for their alleged involvement in the violence.
About 20 platoons of police force continue to be deployed in the town as a preventive measure.
- Who
- Residents and police of Sundargarh, Odisha
- What
- Group clash due to rumours of beef sale and altercation over food items
- When
- Thursday (incident), Saturday (arrests)
- Where
- Sundargarh town, Odisha, India
- Why
- Rumours of beef sale and altercation over food items led to confrontation and violence
- Location
- Sundargarh, Odisha, India
- Incident Date
- Thursday
- Arrests Made
- Six people
- Injuries Reported
- At least 12 people, including police personnel
- Prohibitory Orders Lifted
- Friday evening
- Internet Services Restored
- Friday evening
- Police Deployment
- 20 platoons
- Educational Institutions Status
- Open on Saturday