Patna: A 15-year-old boy was shot dead during an idol immersion procession near Paschim Darwaza under Khajekalan police station area in Patna City on Wednesday night. Police suspect a dispute among puja committee members may be the reason behind the shooting.The victim, identified as Kundan Kumar, was rushed to Guru Gobind Singh Hospital and later referred to Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH), where he died during treatment.City SP (East) Shaileja said police rushed to the spot after receiving information about the shooting and began an investigation. “Initial investigation has revealed the possible involvement of a committee member. However, a thorough probe into all aspects of the incident is underway, and further legal action will be taken,” Shaileja said.Police are also probing whether a dispute within the puja committee led to the shooting and are questioning family members and others to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.The shooting triggered commotion at the immersion site, and the procession was halted. Some people allegedly vandalised the orchestra trolley, though police denied reports of vandalism.As tension prevailed, Patna City DSP Shiv Shankar Kumar drove the tractor carrying the procession vehicle to the side of the road. Police later restored order and ensured that the idol immersion was completed peacefully.
