Communal Dispute Erupts in Mira Road, Maharashtra Over Sloganeering Prior to ‘Pran Pratishtha‘ Ceremony for Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir.
2 min read 2024-01-22, 07:10 PM IST
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- Communal tension erupted in Mira Road, Maharashtra, ahead of the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony for Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir.
- The dispute involved slogans raised by members of the Hindu community, leading to an argument with individuals from the Muslim community.
- Prompt police intervention resulted in the arrest of five individuals, and a case has been registered, with an ongoing investigation.
- The incident occurred around 11 p.m. on January 21, with the police taking immediate action to control the situation.
- Videos of the altercation circulated on social media, prompting authorities to caution against spreading rumors.
- The Naya Nagar Police urged residents not to pay attention to unverified information, emphasizing an active investigation.
- Simultaneously, Ayodhya is preparing for the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony of Ram Lalla, scheduled for the next day.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to preside over the consecration ceremony, following the recent placement of Ram Lalla’s idol.
- Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Ayodhya Ram Temple Construction Committee, shared details about the temple’s future construction plans.
- Mishra emphasized the importance of meticulous arrangements for the ceremony and announced the commencement of construction on January 23, aiming for completion by 2024.
In the lead-up to the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony for Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir, a heated dispute unfolded between two communities in Mira Road’s Naya Nagar area near Mumbai, Maharashtra. The conflict arose during slogans raised by some members of the Hindu community on Sunday night.
The situation escalated, leading to the prompt intervention of the police, who arrested five individuals. DCP Jayant Bajbale confirmed the incident and stated that the police had taken control of the situation, conducting a flag march in the area. A case has been registered against the arrested individuals, and an investigation is underway.
The incident, which occurred around 11 p.m. on January 21, triggered tensions between Hindus and Muslims in the region. According to DCP Bajbale, an argument ensued after Hindu community members raised slogans in multiple vehicles. The police, witnessing the escalation, quickly arrived at the scene and detained several individuals to prevent further unrest. The situation has since been brought under control, with the Naya Nagar Police initiating legal proceedings against the arrested individuals.
Videos of the altercation surfaced on social media, prompting the police to urge Mira Road residents to avoid spreading or believing rumors. Authorities are actively investigating the incident to address any underlying issues and maintain communal harmony in the area.
Simultaneously, Ayodhya is immersed in religious fervor as the long-awaited ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony for Ram Lalla is scheduled to take place in the grand temple on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to preside over the consecration ceremony, following the placement of the 51-inch idol of Ram Lalla in the temple’s ‘garbha griha’ on January 18. Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Ayodhya Ram Temple Construction Committee, shared details about the future construction plans for the temple.
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He expressed the significance of the day before the ‘Pran Pratishtha,’ emphasizing the meticulous arrangements required to fulfill the nation’s expectations. Mishra announced that construction work would commence on January 23 with renewed enthusiasm and commitment, aiming to complete the entire temple by 2024.
