Hyderabad, July 1: BJP and Congress workers clashed in Hanamkonda town of Telangana on Friday, resulting in injuries to few persons.
The incident occurred when Congress workers staged a protest against the Central government's recently announced scheme Agnipath for Army recruitments. Agnipath Recruitment Scheme: Registration Begins for Indian Navy Agniveers at joinindiannavy.gov.in; Check Eligibility Criteria, Here's How to Register
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#BJP (@BJP4Telangana) and #Congress (@INCTelangana) workers clashed in Hanamkonda town of #Telangana on Friday, resulting in injuries to few persons. pic.twitter.com/uGvnI6lFe8
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When the protesters reached near the BJP office and staged a dharna, workers of the saffron party raised an objection. This led to an argument between the sides. Soon this snowballed into a clash and both sides attacked each other.
BJP workers attacked the vehicles of Congress leaders. The incident triggered tension in the area. Police intervened to control the situation, and undertook a baton charge to disperse the clashing groups.
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