Violence during Holi in Giridih sparks political conflict

Violence erupted during Holi celebrations in Giridih district, leading to stone-pelting between two communities. Former Chief Ministers Babulal Marandi and Raghubar Das criticized the local government for failing to prevent the clashes and accused it of bias. Das demanded an impartial investigation and called for the release of those arrested, claiming the police acted unfairly. Marandi echoed these sentiments, stating that innocent individuals were detained without cause. The Congress party responded by accusing the BJP leaders of inciting communal tensions. They called for legal action against Das for allegedly threatening a police official, asserting their commitment to uphold the rule of law in Jharkhand.