The Centre on Sunday dispatched three companies of Rapid Action Force (RAF) to Bhadrak to meet any exigencies. Forces have been deployed across the town," director general of police (DGP) Kunwar Brajesh Singh told TOI. Earlier in the day, state home secretary Asit Tripathy, who along with the DGP has been camping in Bhadrak, reviewed the situation and urged people to help the government restore peace and harmony. The state Crime Branch starts the probe into circulation of hate messages and provocative rumours on social media after the government realized the mischievous act was aimed at escalating violence. In Bhubaneswar, several civil society organisations took out peaceful processions, appealing for peace in Bhadrak.

Source: Times of India April 09, 2017 11:02 UTC