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Crime
Man and Brothers Beaten in West Bengal Over Rs 300 Chhath Donation
✍️ India Today
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 09:17 PM
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A man and his brothers were assaulted in West Bengal after he donated Rs 300 instead of the customary Rs 500 for the Chhath festival.
A man and his brothers were beaten in West Bengal after he donated Rs 300 instead of the customary Rs 500 for the Chhath festival. The assault reportedly took place in a local community during the festival celebrations. Witnesses say the attackers demanded a higher donation and reacted violently when the man declined. The incident has sparked outrage among local residents and religious leaders. Police have been called to the scene and are investigating the assault, while community leaders urge calm and call for a peaceful resolution.