Assault on Census Officials in Dhenkanal, Odisha Raises Concerns
4 Census officials assaulted in Odisha's Dhenkanal
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In Dhenkanal district, Odisha, four Census officials, including two women, were assaulted while collecting data for the Census that began on April 16. The attack occurred in Mahimanagar, with police detaining two suspects as investigations continue.
- 01Four Census officials were assaulted in Dhenkanal, Odisha.
- 02The attack occurred in Mahimanagar during a data collection visit.
- 03Two suspects, a man and his sons, have been detained by police.
- 04Officials reported being attacked despite showing identification.
- 05Authorities are committed to taking strict action against the assailants.
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On April 22, four Census officials were assaulted in Mahimanagar, Kamakshyanagar Notified Area Council, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, while conducting data collection for the Census that started on April 16. The team, consisting of three enumerators and one supervisor, was attacked by a local family, resulting in injuries to the officials. Madhusmita Behera, one of the injured officials, reported being struck with stones and sustaining facial injuries, while Raghunath Dixit suffered a finger injury. The assailants reportedly reacted aggressively despite the officials displaying their identification and explaining their purpose. Following the incident, police detained two suspects, and Kamakshyanagar sub-collector Dinamani Nayak assured that strict action would be taken against the attackers. The incident highlights the challenges faced by officials during the Census process.
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This incident raises concerns about the safety of officials conducting essential government work, potentially affecting the Census process.
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