'Attacked with swords, kirpans': 5 injured in clash between Sikh pilgrims & locals in U'khand | TheBriefWire
'Attacked with swords, kirpans': 5 injured in clash between Sikh pilgrims & locals in U'khand
Published 16 June 2026 ยท general
A parking dispute near Karnprayag escalated into violence, injuring five people, including a pilgrim. Locals, angered by the clash, blocked the Badrinath Highway for four
A parking dispute near Karnprayag escalated into violence, injuring five people, including a pilgrim. Locals, angered by the clash, blocked the Badrinath Highway for four hours. Officials intervened, assuring strict action and prioritizing the safety of both pilgrims and residents. The incident has sparked calls for a ban on sharp weapons during pilgrimages.