Eviction Drive Assault in Azara Leads to Arrests, CM Orders Action

An eviction notice drive at Islampur in Azara turned violent on February 27, with alleged encroachers attacking police and administrative officials, leaving several injured. Police have detained 21 people in connection with the incident. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma condemned the assault and ordered strict action against those involved. Local indigenous Muslim residents also flagged illegal encroachments and alleged the role of middlemen, urging a fair investigation without harassing genuine residents.