A group of protestors carrying a Ganesh idol gathered near Townhall in Bengaluru demanding action against a stone pelting incident during an immersion procession in Nagamangala taluk on September 12. The protest was organized by the Bengaluru Metropolitan Ganesh Utsav Committee, calling for action against the stone pelters and the release of Hindu members who were arrested after the clash. However, the protest was denied permission by the police.
In response, police detained around 40 individuals to maintain order. The Ganesh idol was taken from the protestors and placed in a police van. As tensions rise, the incident has sparked a political spark with opposition leaders accusing the government of mishandling the situation and hurting religious sentiments.
Meanwhile, many BJP leaders accused the Congress-led state government of disrespecting religious sentiments and mishandling the situation. State BJP president BY Vijayendra criticized the government for failing to protect religious practices and demanded an apology for what he described as an insult to Lord Ganesha.