According to witnesses, stones were hurled from the shadows as the procession passed by, allegedly by youth from another community. (Image: X)
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News1805-01-2026, 10:30

Bengaluru's JJ Nagar Tense After Stones Pelted At Om Shakti Procession; 3 Minors Arrested

  • Stones were pelted at an Om Shakti religious procession in Bengaluru's JJ Nagar on Sunday evening, causing tension.
  • A young girl sustained a head injury during the incident, allegedly by youth from another community.
  • The incident led to a massive protest by over 50 devotees and locals outside JJ Nagar Police Station, demanding action.
  • Heavy police deployment, including state reserve platoons, has been made in the sensitive areas of the neighbourhood.
  • Three minors, aged 15-16, have been arrested; Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara stated a probe into possible instigation.

Why It Matters: Stone-pelting at a Bengaluru religious procession leads to tension, protests, and arrests of minors.

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