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The violence in the Kokrajhar region of Assam has shown no sign of ending with the death toll up to 21.
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An estimated 50,000 refugees have taken shelter in relief camps so far, while those affected in the violence are said to be more than 60,000.
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The violence has spread to neighbouring districts such as Chirang and turned into a rail blockade agitation as well.
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While the Indian Railway has stepped up security and made food and water arrangements for stranded passengers, 14 companies of the CRPF have been sent in to the state.
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Nearly 400 villages are said to be affected and even as shoot-at-sight orders remain in place in the region, the houses of many of those who fled were torched and burnt on Tuesday morning.
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The Assam Police says it has formed special peace committees to talk to the people.
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Curfew is still on in Kokrajhar from 6 am to 6 pm.
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