Collector-SP office set on fire in Balodabazar, Chhattisgarh: Satnami community angry over demolition of religious place, accused police of saving the culprits

Fire collector office

The recent incident of the Collector-SP office being set on fire in Baloda bazar, Chhattisgarh has sent shockwaves through the community and raised concerns about the safety of government and public institutions. Let’s delve into the details of this unfortunate event and explore its implications.

What led to the incident?

The incident took place on today i.e. 10th June’24, when a group protestors from the Satnami Samaj gathered outside the Collector-SP office.

The protestors were reportedly agitated over demolition of religious Amargufa Dham.Despite efforts to disperse the crowd peacefully, the situation escalated, leading to the office being set ablaze.

Baloda Bazaar Fire Incident

“The escalation of tensions highlights the underlying discontent within the community.” – Local resident

The incident at the Collector-SP office in Baloda bazar, Chhattisgarh serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by both government officials and community members. By coming together to address underlying issues, build trust, and foster open communication, it is possible to prevent such acts of violence in the future.

However, State Home Minister Vijay Sharma has also talked about a judicial inquiry on the demand of Satnam Samaj. At the same time, in view of the protest, the police administration has barricaded all around the collector premises in view of security. A large number of police forces are deployed.

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