Protest Against Waqf Act Turns Violent in Silchar

A protest rally against the Waqf Act turned violent in Silchar’s Chamra Godam area on Sunday. Held without permission ahead of Panchayat elections, the rally escalated when protesters clashed with police, prompting a mild lathi charge. Some officers were injured amid stone pelting. FIRs will be filed, and additional forces have been deployed. Authorities urged the public to avoid unlawful protests, while protest leaders condemned the violence and reiterated their peaceful intent.