Massive Demonstrations Erupt in Ranchi Following Shopkeeper's Murder; Markets Closed, Roads Blocked
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Synopsis
In Ranchi, massive protests erupted following the brutal murder of shopkeeper Bhupal Sahu. Hundreds of residents blocked roads and closed shops in outrage, demanding justice and highlighting the deteriorating law-and-order situation. Local authorities are working to address the unrest and apprehend the attackers, while political reactions intensify.
Key Takeaways
- Protests initiated over shopkeeper's murder.
- Demonstrators blocked roads and shut down shops.
- Victim had ties to AJSU Party.
- Concerns raised over rising crime rates.
- Authorities promise swift action against attackers.
Ranchi, March 28 (NationPress) Hundreds of residents flooded the streets on Friday in Ranchi to voice their outrage over the brutal slaying of a shopkeeper in the Pandra locality.
Protesters from Pandra, Ratu, and surrounding neighborhoods have closed down shops and obstructed roads, setting fire to tyres and chanting slogans against law enforcement and local authorities, demanding immediate action against those responsible.
The unrest was triggered by the shocking murder of Bhupal Sahu, a shoe shop owner located near ‘Ravi Steel’ in the Pandra OP area, who was fatally attacked on Thursday evening.
Witness accounts indicate that the attackers pretended to be customers before overpowering Sahu and viciously cutting his throat with a sharp object.
This heinous act occurred despite a large crowd being present at a nearby satsang event, raising alarms about the boldness of criminals in the city.
Sahu was quickly transported to the hospital in critical condition but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
Currently, the motive behind his murder remains unclear, and no significant progress has been made in identifying the assailants.
Sahu was reportedly affiliated with the AJSU Party, which has intensified political reactions following the crime.
The shocking nature of this incident has reverberated throughout the community, heightening anger over what locals describe as a worsening law-and-order situation in the state.
This event follows another notable murder in the city.
On the same day, several political parties, including the BJP, AJSU, and Jharkhand Loktantrik Kranti Morcha, had initiated a Ranchi bandh in response to the murder of BJP leader Anil Tiger at Kanke Chowk.
Protesters assert that the increasing crime rate has emboldened criminals, who now act without fear of police or local governance.
In the meantime, police and administrative officials are actively working to calm the demonstrators and clear the blockades.
Authorities have promised swift measures to apprehend the culprits.
