The district administration in Palamu has imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS in Rampur village, which falls under the Chainpur police station limits. This action follows a violent clash over a land dispute on May 23 that resulted in one death and four injuries. The order, issued by Sadar sub-divisional magistrate Sulochana Meena, came into force on June 2 and will remain in effect until June 30.
Background of the Incident
According to the order, police apprehend a breach of peace and public tranquillity in the village after a firing incident on May 23. An FIR was lodged by the deceased’s family, naming 17 accused and over two dozen unidentified persons. So far, two accused have been arrested. The order notes “deep-seated mutual distrust and disbelief” between the two groups, with the situation remaining fragile due to continuing hostility after the incident.
Police Response and Peace Efforts
Palamu SP Kapil Chaudhury stated that police in Chainpur had received information about a gathering in support of the deceased on June 5. “Such a gathering, where inflammatory speeches and incitement can’t be ruled out at this stage when Rampur is limping back to normalcy, necessitated prohibitory orders to maintain peace and keep vested elements at bay,” he said. A peace committee meeting was held on June 3, where representatives from both groups attended. “They vowed to maintain peace,” said Chainpur police station in-charge Lalji.
The prohibitory orders aim to prevent any further escalation and ensure that normalcy returns to the area. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and have deployed additional forces if needed.
