Kataka: At least 10 people were detained Monday following a scuffle involving woman ACP Ananya Awasthi during a firecracker-related dispute in Kataka’s Nayasadak area Sunday night, sources said.
Investigators are examining CCTV footage, videos circulated on social media and eyewitness accounts to identify others involved in the incident. Kataka DCP Rishikesh Khilari stated that strict action would be taken against those found involved in the disturbance and alleged assault on police personnel.
According to sources, the incident took place at Nayasadak Chhak after police personnel asked some locals to stop bursting firecrackers beyond the permitted hours. The disagreement reportedly escalated when ACP Awasthi intervened to enforce the restrictions. A group of people allegedly entered into a “scuffle with her and pushed her”, the source added.
Police Commissioner Suresh Dev Datta Singh has warned that misbehaviour with the public and attacks on police personnel would not be tolerated. He said appropriate action would be taken based on CCTV recordings, video evidence and eyewitness accounts.
DCP Khilari said the situation is now under control and an investigation is underway.