3 Rounds Fired in Air as Inmate Protest Turns Violent at Barpeta Jail
Violent Clash at Barpeta District Jail, Firing Reported to Control Prisoners.
Tension escalated inside Barpeta District Jail after a confrontation reportedly broke out between inmates and jail authorities, with firing being reported to bring the situation under control. According to preliminary information, inmates staged a protest inside the jail over alleged high-handedness by Assistant Jailor Kishor Haloi.The protest reportedly turned violent, with the prisoners allegedly attempting to break the second gate inside the prison premises. Amid the escalating situation, jail authorities reportedly fired three rounds into the air to control the inmates and prevent the situation from worsening. The incident has triggered tension in and around the Barpeta District Jail premises. Barpeta Deputy Commissioner Navdeep Pathak has already reached the jail premises to take stock of the situation. A large contingent of Barpeta Police has also been deployed at the spot. Following the incident, entry into the jail premises has been restricted. People arriving at the jail have reportedly been asked to remain outside the main gate. Further details regarding the cause of the confrontation and the circumstances surrounding the reported firing are awaited.
