Mob Lynching in Jorhat Sparks Public Outrage

21-year-old Krishnajyoti Saikia was lynched near Panichukuwa Borpukhuri in Jorhat by a mob led by Pushpanendra Hazarika and his son Bhrigu, reportedly over a past road accident. His brother Panchajyoti was critically injured. Locals blamed police inaction despite prior complaints. Public protests erupted, blocking NH-37. Both attackers were arrested, but residents remain angry over alleged police apathy.