Four persons were arrested for allegedly assaulting and engaging in a scuffle with police personnel, including a woman officer, during Diwali celebrations in Odisha's Cuttack city on Sunday night, officials said.
The incident took place in the Nayasadak area, a busy stretch of the city, where a group of people were allegedly bursting firecrackers on the road, causing inconvenience to commuters.
According to officials, after receiving information about the situation, a police team led by ACP Ananya Awasthi reached the spot and asked the group to stop bursting firecrackers to ensure the smooth movement of traffic and public safety.
However, the situation reportedly escalated when some members of the group allegedly got into an altercation with the police personnel. A scuffle followed, during which a woman police officer was also allegedly involved in the confrontation.
Following the incident, police took action and arrested four persons in connection with the case.
Further investigation is underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the involvement of those arrested.
Police have urged people to celebrate festivals responsibly and cooperate with law enforcement personnel to maintain public order and ensure the safety of commuters.
