Shimla, Feb. 26 -- A political slugfest has broken out in Himachal Pradesh following the recent confrontation between Delhi Police and Himachal Police over the detention of three persons from a resort in Chirgaon, with the ruling Congress defending the state police action and the BJP accusing the government of obstructing a lawful investigation.

The controversy stems from an incident in which a Delhi Police team allegedly picked up three individuals from a resort in Shimla district, prompting intervention by Himachal Police and subsequent legal proceedings.

Reacting to the development, Principal Media Advisor to the Chief Minister, Naresh Chauhan said the Shimla Police acted appropriately and strictly within the legal framework. Speakin...