Guwahati, July 8 -- Tensions escalated in Assam's Dhubri district on Tuesday as a state-led eviction drive in the Chapar revenue circle turned violent, with alleged encroachers clashing with security forces and attacking government officials.

The drive aimed to clear over 3,000 bighas of land for a proposed thermal power plant by the Adani Group.

According to district officials, resistance from local residents quickly turned hostile. Protesters reportedly hurled stones at police personnel and vandalised government property, including an excavator, prompting a swift crackdown by security forces.

"Some individuals attempted to derail the eviction process by resorting to violence. Police acted swiftly to control the situation and protect ...