Dispute Erupts During Ganesh Visarjan in Mumbai, Seven Individuals Charged
A dispute during Ganesh Visarjan in Mumbai led to charges against seven individuals for violence and obstruction.
Mumbai, September 26 (Daily Kiran) : A dispute broke out during the Ganesh Visarjan in Mumbai’s Malvani area on the evening of September 25, resulting in police action against seven individuals. The Malvani police registered a case following complaints of violence, verbal abuse, and obstruction of the procession.
According to police reports, the incident occurred around 7:15 PM near the entrance of the Ganesh Mandap on NTC School Road. A cold pyro device had been set up, creating artificial fire effects. Some attendees raised concerns, fearing it could ignite a nearby shop. This led to a confrontation between the complainants and several individuals, including Adil (24), Sunil Sheikh (25), Gaus (22), Ajgar (23), and Zakir (26).
Further allegations indicate that Jubair and Hussain engaged in a physical altercation with Rohit Thakur and Sushil Mahato. Additionally, a person named Ayan Sheikh reportedly approached female volunteers while brandishing a pot and hurling insults.
On the morning of Anant Chaturdashi, immersion processions for revered Ganesh idols commenced in areas such as Lalbagh, Parel, and Girgaon. The celebrations featured traditional drums, loudspeakers, and vibrant displays of color, as devotees called out the names of their beloved idols. Crowds gathered outside Lalbagh Market to catch a glimpse of the iconic ‘Lalbaghcha Raja.’ To ensure safety and prevent chaos, police enforced strict security measures, including roadblocks to manage the crowds effectively.
