Hyderabad Tensions: Protests Erupt After Egg Attack on Durga Idol
Tensions flared in Hyderabad after suspects allegedly threw eggs at a Durga Mata idol during an immersion procession. Police have detained the accused.
A midnight drama unfolded in Hyderabad's Madanapet area after Hindu organisations staged intense protests following an alleged egg attack on Durga Idol during a religious immersion procession. The incident, which occurred within the limits of the Madanapet police station, sparked immediate outrage and led to a tense atmosphere in the locality.
Police Intervention and Arrests
The authorities were alerted to the situation via a Dial 100 emergency call, which reported that individuals had thrown eggs at a Durga Mata idol near the Santosh Nagar hotel line. Acting swiftly, the police reached the spot to manage the gathering and prevent the situation from escalating further.
A police official confirmed that upon arriving at the scene, an enquiry was conducted, and a formal case was registered. The suspects involved in the act were taken into custody and are currently being interrogated as part of an ongoing investigation.
Parallel Incident in Maharashtra
While Hyderabad dealt with the egg-throwing incident, a similar case of unrest was reported during a Durga Visarjan procession in Washim, Maharashtra. In that instance, a heated altercation led to stone-pelting, prompting the local police to file a First Information Report (FIR).
The Spark of Conflict in Washim
According to Station House Officer (SHO) Rajesh Kherde, the clash in Malegaon occurred around 8:30 to 9:00 PM on October 21 near Tipu Sultan Chowk. The conflict reportedly began over a trivial argument regarding the throwing of 'gulal' (colored powder), which quickly spiraled into violence.
"An argument broke out between a few individuals, reportedly over the throwing of 'gulal'. Following this, some stone-pelting took place," stated SHO Rajesh Kherde.
Security Measures and Aftermath
In Maharashtra, the police intervened promptly to ensure the Durga Visarjan procession could be completed by 5:00 AM on Tuesday morning. To maintain peace and prevent further flare-ups, a heavy security blanket was deployed, including:
- State Reserve Police Force (SRPF)
- Riot Control Police (RCP)
- Local police personnel
Authorities in Washim are currently reviewing CCTV footage and other video evidence to identify and take action against all perpetrators involved in the stone-pelting incident. Both the Hyderabad and Washim administrations have emphasized that the situations are now under control and peaceful.