In a major development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested 16 persons accused of being involved in the West Bengal Ram Navami violence about a year ago.
Stating that they had conspired and carried out a “communal attack during a religious procession”, the agency said the arrests were made on the basis of evidence that came to light during the probe. The accused were identified using video footage of the violence.
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