Siliguri (West Bengal), Sept. 29 : Curfew continued for the second day in Siliguri today, paralysing normal life following Friday’s violence by fans of ‘Indian Idol’ Prashant Tamang.

Shops and businesses remained closed and roads were deserted with several police and army personnel patrolling the streets to ensure peace.

Rajesh Pandey, District Magistrate, Darjeeling, said the situation is under control.

On Friday, police clashed with supporters of Prashant, leaving at least 30 people injured. They were protesting against the alleged derogatory remark made by a Delhi-based radio jockey.

Police were forced to impose a curfew when a procession turned violent.

West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee has sought legal action against the Delhi-based FM radio station for allegedly airing the derogatory remarks against Prashant.

Last week Tamang, a native of Darjeeling and an ethnic Nepalese youth, won the coveted Indian Idol singing competition after beating Amit Paul of Meghalaya.

Tamang is currently employed with the Kolkata Police. (With inputs from ANI)