Overview
- Police cited clashes on December 22–23 under Kheroni Police Station, where two people were killed.
- Of the injured security personnel, 139 received first aid on the spot and 33 were hospitalized, according to an official post on X.
- Authorities maintained a heavy security presence with prohibitory orders and an internet shutdown as the situation steadied.
- Protests grew from a hunger strike demanding eviction of alleged settlers from VGR and PGR lands, with incidents including arson at the KAAC CEM’s house, stone-pelting, and blank fire by police.
- Officials reported administrative changes and talks, including a senior police transfer, an Inspector General’s appeal for legal grievance channels, and a tripartite meeting with local leaders and protesters.