Prohibitory orders imposed in Dhubri after communal tensions

way2barak, June 10 :  Prohibitory orders were imposed in Dhubri town after communal tensions erupted over the alleged throwing of meat near a temple. Demonstrations broke out during the day, prompting police to fire tear gas to control the situation.

District Magistrate Dibakar Nath invoked Section 163 and ordered immediate restrictions across the town. The directive prohibits public gatherings of more than five people, and all shops and markets in the area have been asked to remain closed until further notice. Rallies, demonstrations, and processions have also been strictly banned. Movements related to emergency services, however, are exempt.

Addressing the media, Nath urged citizens to stay indoors and maintain peace. “There’s no need to panic or act emotionally. We are not imposing a full curfew, but a kind of semi-curfew is in place,” he said. He confirmed that adequate security personnel from both state and central forces had been deployed across Dhubri to prevent further escalation.