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Elderly Man Attacked by Nephews in Palamu Over Witchcraft Suspicion

  • Rupesh 
  • Jharkhand
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Elderly Man Attacked by Nephews in Palamu Over Witchcraft SuspicionSaralnama

An elderly man was attacked with a sickle in Chhattarpur, Palamu. Chandradip Bhuiyan's nephews Anta, Jayram, and Shriram assaulted him while he slept, suspecting him of practicing witchcraft. His wife Anar Devi intervened, saving his life. The attackers fled. Chandradip was admitted to Medinirai Medical College Hospital with serious injuries. The family has a history of disputes over witchcraft accusations and land issues. Police are investigating the incident. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 18:49 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • An elderly man was attacked with a sickle in Chhattarpur, Palamu on 24 Aug 2023
  • Chandradip Bhuiyan's nephews Anta, Jayram, and Shriram assaulted him while he slept, suspecting him of practicing witchcraft
  • His wife Anar Devi intervened, saving his life