A clash broke out between two communities during Mahashivratri celebrations in Hazaribag's Ichak block over the installation of a loudspeaker. The violence resulted in injuries to about 12 people and several vehicles being set on fire. Police imposed prohibitory orders and arrested two individuals to control the situation.
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