BJP Calls for Bandh in Protest Against Police Action on Tribals

The BJP's Jharkhand unit has declared a 12-hour bandh across the Kolhan districts of West Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharsawan in response to what it describes as a police lathi-charge on tribal demonstrators in Chaibasa. The call for protest highlights the tensions following a violent encounter between police and the tribal community.

Party working president Aditya Sahu announced torchlight processions at district headquarters, emphasizing the party’s strong stance against the alleged incident. Sahu detailed that tribals were marching to discuss traffic safety with Transport Minister Deepak Birua when police intervention occurred, resulting in injuries.

Condemnation of the police actions has been widespread, with figures like Jharkhand BJP chief Babulal Marandi and former Chief Minister Champai Soren voicing their concerns. They argue the government employed excessive force instead of peaceful dialogue. This incident has further fueled political discourse around tribal rights and governance in the region.