Dhanbad: Bullying in the name of worship is increasing in the Dhanbad coal belt. Incidents of coercion instead of faith are coming to light. In this sequence, a dispute arose on Monday regarding Durga Puja donation in Hatiya of Bhuli D-Block. According to vegetable and other vendors, some people of the puja committee came to collect donations and demanded Rs 1100 from each shopkeeper.
Shopkeepers said they expressed inability to pay this amount, after which an argument started between both sides. Soon the dispute escalated and turned into physical scuffle.
Shopkeepers alleged that when they refused to donate, some people associated with the puja committee attacked them. Chaos ensued at the spot after the incident.
Upon receiving information about the incident, Bhuli police reached the spot and calmed the situation. Police are gathering information about the entire matter. Currently, police are investigating the actual cause of the dispute and the people involved in the fight. The full picture of the matter will become clear only after both parties come forward.
