Pre-poll violence leaves 2 injured in Odisha’s Balasore
Balasore: An incident of pre-poll violence left two persons, including a politician, injured in Chandipur area of Odisha’s Balasore district last night.
The victims have been admitted to the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack for treatment.
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According to reports, politicians and journalists of other districts were asked by the police to return after conclusion of poll campaigning here. However, a politician of other area was found staying at a hotel located at Chandipur. A police complaint in this regard was lodged by the BJP.
A clash between two groups erupted at the hotel last night over the matter, during which the two sustained injuries.
Police have detained five persons for questioning in this connection.
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