A clash broke out between BJP and Congress workers on December 25 over the installation of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee at camp-2 garden, Bhilai. Superintendent of Police of Durg said, "A clash broke out over installing Atal Bihari Vajpayee's statue. The group had NoC but didn't have permission from Collector. The area has been sealed, and action will be taken as per the directions from the Collector."