Four People Arrested For Scuffling With Police During Diwali Celebrations In Cuttack

Four individuals were <b>arrested</b> in Odisha’s Cuttack for allegedly engaging in a scuffle with police personnel during Diwali celebrations on Sunday night. The incident occurred when a group of people burst firecrackers in the busy Nayasadak area, causing inconvenience to commuters. Police personnel, led by ACP Ananya Awasthi, reached the spot and instructed the crowd to stop bursting firecrackers. According to officials, the accused then allegedly attempted to attack Ms. Awasthi and the accompanying police officers. A video clip of the confrontation subsequently went viral on social media. Authorities stated that the matter is under active investigation following the arrests. The viral video footage is also part of the ongoing police review. Officials urge citizens to maintain public order during festive celebrations to avoid legal action.