Ladakh statehood agitation turns violent in Leh, 4 killed; BJP office burnt | Photos

The situation worsened when some youth pelted stones at the headquarters of the BJP and the Hill Council.

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At least four people were killed and over 50 were injured after a massive agitation over demands for Ladakh's statehood and other things turned violent in Leh on Wednesday. (AFP)

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The situation worsened when some youth pelted stones at the headquarters of the BJP and the Hill Council.  (ANI Video Grab)

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Police and paramilitary forces, deployed in strength across the town, lobbed teargas shells to bring the situation under control. (ANI Video Grab)

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Groups of youth set ablaze a security vehicle and some more, and also targeted the BJP office. They set fire to furniture and papers within the complex and one of the buildings. (PTI)

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Ladakh LG said that a curfew has been imposed across the Leh district of the Union Territory to prevent more bloodshed. (AP)