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Eggs Thrown at Ganesh Procession Sparks Clashes, Police Deploy in Maharashtra
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 10:04 AM
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During a Ganesh idol procession in Maharashtra, eggs were hurled at the crowd, triggering clashes and prompting police deployment.
A Ganesh idol procession in Maharashtra was disrupted when participants were pelted with eggs. The incident quickly escalated into a physical confrontation between devotees and unidentified aggressors. Local police arrived at the scene and were deployed to contain the unrest and restore order. Authorities have not released details on injuries or arrests, but the deployment indicates a serious concern for public safety. The event underscores tensions that can arise during high‑profile religious gatherings.
Police presence remained throughout the procession, and officials urged the public to remain calm while investigations continue.
No further information on the motives behind the egg‑throwing has been provided, and the situation is being monitored by law‑enforcement agencies.
Police presence remained throughout the procession, and officials urged the public to remain calm while investigations continue.
No further information on the motives behind the egg‑throwing has been provided, and the situation is being monitored by law‑enforcement agencies.