Fresh Violence Erupts in Cuttack; Prohibitory Orders Imposed in 13 Police Station Areas

The Odisha government on Sunday night imposed prohibitory orders and suspended internet services across several parts of Cuttack city following fresh incidents of violence that left 25 people injured.

The unrest comes days after a group clash during a Durga idol immersion procession, which had already heightened tensions in the city.

Police Commissioner S Dev Datta Singh said that prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the CrPC have been enforced in 13 police station areas—Dargah Bazaar, Mangalabag, Cantonment, Purighat, Lalbag, Bidanasi, Markat Nagar, CDA Phase-2, Malgodam, Badambadi, Jagatpur, Bayalis Mouza, and Sadar.

“The restrictions will remain in force for 36 hours from 10 pm on Sunday,” Singh told reporters, adding that the move was necessary to maintain law and order and prevent further escalation.

Police and administrative officials have been deployed in large numbers, and patrolling has been intensified across sensitive zones. The suspension of internet services aims to curb the spread of rumours and inflammatory content on social media platforms.

Authorities have appealed to citizens to maintain peace and cooperate with law enforcement agencies while the situation is being closely monitored by the state government.