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Breaking: BJP-Congress Clash In Patna After Rahul Gandhi’s Voter Rights Yatra Sparks Row

Tension escalated in Bihar after a controversial remark against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Rahul Gandhi’s Voter Rights Yatra in Darbhanga. The incident sparked outrage, leading to a massive protest outside the Congress office in Patna on Friday. BJP workers, carrying party flags, gathered in large numbers and raised slogans against the Congress. The situation soon spiraled out of control as clashes erupted between BJP and Congress workers. Reports suggest that lathi charges, stone pelting, and even vandalism took place, with several vehicles inside the Congress office compound being damaged.Eyewitnesses confirmed that BJP workers forced entry into the Congress headquarters at Sadaqat Ashram, breaking the main gate and engaging in violent confrontations inside the premises. BJP leaders claimed their march was peaceful but alleged that they were attacked first from inside the Congress office. Meanwhile, Congress workers accused BJP of deliberately provoking the situation.Police faced criticism for failing to control the violence despite prior announcements of the BJP protest march. Senior officials have now rushed to the scene, assuring that the situation is under control. Authorities have promised a full investigation into the matter and strict action against those involved.

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