Giridih, March 15 -- The situation in Jharkhand's Giridih district remains peaceful after clashes broke out between two communities during Holi celebrations on Friday, leading to vehicles being torched.

Officials have confirmed that security forces have been deployed and that strict action will be taken against those responsible.

On the Giridih violence, SP Dr Bimal Kumar said, "A clash broke out between two communities yesterday. The situation is under control now... Security forces have been deployed. We have identified the miscreants from both sides involved in the incident. We will identify more people... Strict action will be taken against those who have been identified."

Khorimahua Sub Division SDM Animesh Ranjan said, "The situa...