Assam Erupts in Outrage Over Alleged Assault on Bihu Performers in Sribhumi; Demand for Punishment of Culprits
An alleged assault on Bihu performers by members of Hindustan Club has triggered widespread reactions in Sribhumi in the Barak Valley. The incident reportedly took place on Saturday night during a cultural programme organised by the club in connection with its final idol immersion procession.
The programme featured Bihu performances along with performances by local dancers. However, allegations have emerged that Bihu performers were assaulted during the event. Thirteen members of Hindustan Club, allegedly involved in the incident, were detained by the police and later released.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage across Assam after a video of the alleged assault went viral on social media. Several organisations, including the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) and the Assam Jatiyatabadi Yuba Chhatra Parishad (AJYCP), have condemned the incident and demanded action against those involved.
AASU president Utpal Sarma described the alleged attack on the Bihu troupe as unacceptable and expressed concern over the safety of Assamese people in Assam. He also called for strict action against activities directed against the Assamese community.
AASU general secretary Samiran Phukan also strongly condemned the incident and demanded that those involved be punished at the earliest.
Meanwhile, AJYCP president Palash Changmai called for the immediate arrest of those allegedly involved in the assault.
Gunakanta Gogoi, general secretary of the Tai Ahom Yuba Parishad Assam (TAIPA), also reacted to the incident in Sribhumi.
The alleged assault has triggered widespread reactions across the Barak Valley and other parts of Assam, with various organisations demanding accountability and appropriate action against those responsible.
