Union Minister Demands Inquiry into Ganesh Idol Procession Clashes

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje has called for an investigation into the clashes during a Ganesh idol procession in Nagamangala, Mandya district. She accused the Congress government of appeasement politics and demanded the involvement of NIA. The clashes resulted in vandalized shops and vehicles, with 52 people arrested.

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje on Thursday called for an inquiry into the clashes between two groups during a Ganesh idol procession in Nagamangala town, Mandya district. She accused the Congress government of 'appeasement politics' and conspiring against Hindus.

'In yesterday's incident in Nagamangala, Hindus were insulted, our Ganapati was insulted. Stones were pelted, slippers were thrown. Shops were set ablaze, and yet the state government is minimizing the incident,' Karandlaje stated. She demanded an immediate inquiry and suggested that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) should be involved to uncover the truth.

According to police, the clashes began when the idol procession by devotees from Badarikoppalu village reached a place of worship and some miscreants threw stones. The conflict resulted in vandalized shops, torched goods, and vehicles set on fire. The situation is now under control, with additional police deployed and prohibitory orders in place until September 14. Fifty-two people have been arrested in connection with the incidents.

(With inputs from agencies.)