India, July 8 -- Tensions flared in Assam's Dhubri district on Tuesday during an eviction drive carried out by the state government, as groups of alleged encroachers clashed with security personnel and attacked government officials.

The incident occurred in the Chapar revenue circle, where the administration has been working to clear over 3,000 bighas of land for a proposed thermal power project by the Adani Group.

According to officials, the eviction drive was met with resistance from a section of local residents. During the operation, protesters reportedly hurled stones at police and targeted government property, prompting a strong security response.

"Some locals attempted to disrupt the eviction drive. Individuals engaged in violenc...