‘Attacked with swords, kirpans’: 5 injured in clash between Sikh pilgrims & locals in U’khand

A parking dispute near Karnprayag escalated into violence, injuring five people, including a pilgrim. Locals, angered by the clash, blocked the Badrinath National Highway for four hours. Officials intervened, assuring strict action and prioritizing the safety of both pilgrims and residents. The incident has sparked calls for a ban on sharp weapons during pilgrimages.