A young man was stabbed to death during the immersion of a Durga idol in Bajpatti, Sitamarhi district, Bihar. The incident has led to a tense atmosphere in the area. The deceased has been identified as Sudhir Kumar, son of Naresh Rai, resident of Ward No. 1, Madhurapur village. Enraged family members and local residents blocked the road at Bajpatti Tower Chowk, protesting and demanding the immediate arrest of the culprits.

The incident occurred on Wednesday around 8:30 PM near Madhuban Bazar, under Bajpatti police station, while the Durga idol immersion procession was underway. Sudhir Kumar was rushed to the Primary Health Center, Bajpatti, in critical condition, from where he was referred for better treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

Upon receiving information about the incident, the police arrived at the scene and pacified the agitated crowd, assuring them of prompt action and the swift arrest of the accused. Pupri DSP Sunita Kumari stated that the police are investigating the matter and reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding area. She added that further action would be taken as soon as the accused are identified, and they would be arrested shortly.