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Clash breaks out over religious procession in Bihar, internet services suspended in Jamui

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A clash broke out between two communities during a religious procession in Bihar's Jamui, prompting the state government to suspend internet services in the district, an official said on Monday.

Three persons were injured in the clash in Jhajha on Sunday, and nine people were arrested in this connection, Jamui District Magistrate Abhilasha Sharma said.

A police official has also been suspended for dereliction of duty, she said.

The district police on Monday conducted a flag march in Jhajha to ensure that the situation does not escalate further, and a case has been registered against 50-60 unidentified individuals, the official said.