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Clashes rock Assam’s Kokrajhar; RAF deployed after mob violence, internet suspended

January 20, 2026

Clashes in Assam's Kokrajhar district have resulted in one death and prompted the deployment of the Rapid Action Force (RAF) to restore order. The violence erupted between Bodos and Adivasis after a vehicle incident involving three Bodos and two Adivasi individuals, leading to mob retaliation and the temporary suspension of internet services.

Clashes rock Assam’s Kokrajhar; RAF deployed after mob violence, internet suspended

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Key Highlights

One person killed in clashes between Bodos and Adivasis in Kokrajhar.
Rapid Action Force deployed to manage the situation.
Internet and mobile data services temporarily suspended in the area.
Violence initiated after a vehicle incident on January 19, 2026.
Three Bodos were attacked by Adivasi villagers following the incident.

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Clashes rock Assam’s Kokrajhar; RAF deployed after mob violence, internet suspended

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