Tragic Clash Over Irrigation Leaves One Dead in Odisha

A dispute over irrigation in paddy fields in Odisha’s Ganjam district led to a tragic clash, resulting in the death of a 65-year-old man and injuries to six others. The incident occurred at New Bankatara, and the deceased has been identified as Kabiraj Gouda.

A 65-year-old man was killed and six others were injured following a clash between families of two brothers in Odisha's Ganjam district on Thursday, police said. The incident took place at New Bankatara under Tarsingi police station limits and stemmed from disputes over irrigation in their paddy fields, according to a preliminary inquiry.

The deceased has been identified as Kabiraj Gouda, Bhanjanagar SDPO Sujit Nayak said. Two of the injured were referred to MKCG Medical College and Hospital, while the others were admitted to the sub-divisional hospital in Bhanjanagar, police said.

The SDPO said no arrests have been made so far.

(With inputs from agencies.)