Bhubaneswar: Tension gripped the Buxi Jagabandhu Bidyadhar (BJB) Autonomous College hostel premises here after a violent clash broke out between two groups of students on Tuesday night, leaving more than 25 injured.
The incident reportedly took place between students of Ashok Hostel and Ambedkar Hostel, turning the campus into a virtual battleground. According to sources, the clash was triggered over a dispute related to stopping music during a farewell party at Ashok Hostel.
What began as a minor argument soon escalated into a large-scale confrontation, with both groups allegedly attacking each other using bottles, sticks, and stones. Eyewitnesses said stone-pelting continued for nearly an hour, creating panic among students and staff.
Several students sustained injuries in the violence and were immediately rushed to Capital Hospital for treatment. Their condition is stated to be stable. On being informed about the incident, Badagada Police rushed to the spot and three platoons of force were deployed at the scene to bring the situation under control.
Authorities have since set up a temporary camp inside the hostel campus to prevent further escalation and maintain law and order. An investigation has been initiated to ascertain the exact cause of the clash and identify those involved in the violence.
No comments could be obtained from the college authorities on the matter. However, it is learnt that a meeting is likely to be convened over the matter on Wednesday.
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