Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Officials Protest After Attack on Addl. Tehsildar in Mayurbhanj
Imagine a government worker, like a manager, who was trying to stop some people from taking sand illegally.
These people got angry and attacked him, damaging his car too.
Other government workers were very upset and worried because they felt unsafe.
They held a protest to show they supported their colleague and wanted the attackers caught.
They also want more police to help them stay safe while they do their jobs.
The police are now investigating and have questioned some people who might be involved.
Additional Tehsildar Bhimakanta Majhi was attacked in Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj.
The attack occurred after the official confronted a group involved in illegal sand mining.
Officials protested the attack and demanded swift action against the perpetrators.
Protesters expressed concerns about the safety of government officials.
Police have detained two suspects and are investigating the incident.
- Who
- Additional Tehsildar Bhimakanta Majhi and government officials.
- What
- Additional Tehsildar was attacked by a group involved in illegal sand mining. Officials protested the attack.
- When
- The attack occurred on Monday; officials protested on Tuesday.
- Where
- Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
- Why
- The attack occurred after the official confronted the group about illegal sand mining. Officials protested due to safety concerns and to demand action.
- Incident
- Attack on Additional Tehsildar
- Location
- Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
- Protest Date
- Tuesday
- Perpetrators
- Group involved in illegal sand mining
- Status
- Police have detained two suspects.
