Patna University Student Clash Escalates into Gunfire

Two groups of students at Patna University clashed on Thursday afternoon over a trivial issue, resulting in an exchange of gunfire. No injuries were reported, but the incident left students in panic. The police have started an investigation and a large police contingent has been deployed in the area.

Two groups of students from Patna University clashed on Thursday afternoon, exchanging gunfire over what police described as a 'trivial issue.'

The incident occurred around 3.30 PM, causing panic among the students, although no injuries were reported.

Police revealed that the clash involved students from Saidpur hostel and BN College hostel. Four spent cartridges were recovered from the scene. An investigation is underway, and a large police contingent has been deployed in the area to maintain order. No arrests have been made so far.

(With inputs from agencies.)