Crematorium project triggers violence in west Bengal
The violence in Ramghar broke out when police tried to clear protesters from around the site of an electric crematorium being built in the city.
(natsot)
Local residents believe the crematorium will produce dangerous pollution, and they want the project stopped.
The matter is now before the High court, but construction of the facility is still underway...and anger has boiled over.
Police say more than thirty people were arrested in these latest clashes, with six officers injured.
But despite the violence, protesters say they will continue to fight until the project is cancelled.
(natsot)
Local residents believe the crematorium will produce dangerous pollution, and they want the project stopped.
The matter is now before the High court, but construction of the facility is still underway...and anger has boiled over.
Police say more than thirty people were arrested in these latest clashes, with six officers injured.
But despite the violence, protesters say they will continue to fight until the project is cancelled.
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