Bomb Attack in Pipili Leaves Two Injured Amid Land Dispute
Kalapadar village under Kanas block in Pipili, Puri district, was rocked by violence on Thursday when a land dispute escalated into a bomb attack.
According to eyewitnesses, a quarrel broke out between two groups over ownership of the disputed land.
The confrontation quickly turned deadly as attackers hurled bombs, leaving two individuals critically injured.
Local residents rushed the victims to the hospital for urgent treatment. Police reached the scene promptly, detaining one accused for questioning while launching a wider investigation to identify others involved.
The incident has sparked fear across the locality, with villagers voicing concern over the rising trend of land-related violence in the region.
In response, police have tightened security and stepped up surveillance to prevent further escalation.
Authorities assured that strict action will be taken against those responsible, while community leaders urged for a peaceful resolution of disputes to avoid further tragedies.
