A Community in Protest: The Story Behind Saimon Kisku’s Attack and Chirang’s Tension

A violent incident in Nagdalbari village has sparked widespread unrest at the Garubhasa Police Outpost in Assam's Chirang district, as a tribal youth (Santal community), Saimon Kisku, was attacked by two unidentified assailants wielding sharp weapons on Sunday evening. 

The attack left Kisku seriously injured, prompting hundreds of community members to stage a protest on Monday.

Thousands of men and women, expressing outrage over the attack, surrounded the police outpost demanding immediate action. The demonstrators, including members of the All Santal Students' Union, issued a stern warning: if the culprits were not apprehended within 24 hours, they would escalate their agitation. The situation quickly became tense, with heated exchanges between the protesters and police.

Senior Superintendent of Police Dhruv Bora addressed the protesters at a nearby public ground, urging calm. “We stand with the people and are taking this matter very seriously. We request citizens not to resort to taking the law into their own hands. Give us time and resources, and we will apprehend the offenders,” Bora said.

Leaders from tribal organizations played a key role in managing the situation, guiding the crowd away from the police outpost while ensuring their voices were heard. Despite this, many protesters remained at the public ground, reiterating their demand for swift action against the attackers.

Jakariya Soren, Vice President of the All Santal Students' Union (ASSU), emphasized the community’s determination: “If the attackers are not arrested immediately, we will intensify our protest. Justice must be served without delay.”

Saimon Kisku, who sustained serious injuries in the attack, is currently undergoing treatment at Barpeta Medical College Hospital. Meanwhile, the police have confirmed that his condition is stable, though he remains under medical supervision.

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