Police have arrested four people in connection with the attack on an industrialist and his driver who were visiting Agartala during the Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026.

It is learnt that on Thursday, industrialist Kamaljyoti Chowdhury from Guwahati was on his way to the Business Conclave held at the International Fair premises in Hapaniya from a hotel in the city.

When his car reached the Badarghat College Chowmuhani area, it collided with a motorcycle. After this, a fight broke out between the two parties. It is alleged that some youths severely beat up the driver of the car, Tanmay Dev. As a result, he broke one of his teeth and suffered a serious head injury.

When he got out of the car to deal with the situation, industrialist Kamaljyoti Chowdhury was also allegedly punched. Later, Kamaljyoti Chowdhury joined the conclave under police security.

On the other hand, the injured driver, Tanmay Dev, was first admitted to ILS Hospital. Later, he was shifted to GB Hospital for better treatment. Police said that four people have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in the incident.