Guwahati, June 13 -- Amid rising communal tensions in Dhubri, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has issued a "shoot-at-sight" order to prevent further unrest in the region.

The decision follows the discovery of what appeared to be cow remains (head), possibly beef, at a Hanuman temple, an incident that has sparked local outrage.

CM Sarma reached Dhubri around 11 am on Friday to directly assess the law and order situation.

Upon his arrival at the Circuit House, he immediately held a high-level meeting with senior officials from the district administration and police.

Ahead of the Chief Minister's visit, the Dhubri police had already ramped up security across key locations in the town to maintain public order.

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