Communal tensions flared in Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh this week. However, swift police intervention prevented casualties and major damage.
Authorities imposed restrictions and deployed heavy forces in sensitive zones. Consequently, officials restored normalcy within hours.
Although incidents occurred separately, they followed similar patterns. Processions and prayers coincided near religious structures, triggering confrontation.
Jabalpur Sees Temple Vandalism Allegations
In Jabalpur’s Sihora tehsil, tension escalated Thursday evening. Alleged vandalism at a Durga temple complex sparked clashes quickly.
Locals said evening aarti and mosque prayers happened simultaneously. Therefore, tempers flared between groups in the sensitive Azad Chowk area.
A youth allegedly damaged the temple grill. Consequently, scuffles broke out and stone-pelting followed immediately.
Last night, during the aarti at Durga Temple in Jabalpur, an attack was carried out from the neighboring Mosque, and besides attempting to kill the priest, they also entered the temple and vandalized it.
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Police forces from nearby stations reached promptly. Moreover, officers used mild lathi-charge to disperse protesters.
District Collector Raghavendra Singh confirmed no religious structure suffered damage. Furthermore, officials reported no injuries in the clashes.
Police detained around twenty individuals for questioning. Additionally, authorities strengthened security around the temple and mosque.
Bagalkot Faces Stone-Pelting During Procession
In Karnataka’s Bagalkot, unrest erupted during Shivaji Jayanti celebrations. The procession passed near Panka Masjid when stones were allegedly thrown.
Hindu groups claimed stones originated from the mosque area. Consequently, tensions escalated rapidly within the rally.
Superintendent of Police Siddharth Goyal sustained minor head injuries. He stated that two stones were thrown from a distance.
Stone Pelting in Bagalkot During Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti Procession!
Stones hurled at peaceful rally near Panka Masjid, injuring SP Siddharth Goyal & others. Police used mild lathi-charge to restore order; Sec 163 imposed, culprits being traced via CCTV.
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Another report suggested objections over a DJ song line. Therefore, disagreements over slogans and music fueled confrontation.
Police intervened immediately and dispersed both sides. Subsequently, authorities imposed Section 144 for four days.
Officials arrested eight individuals linked to the stone-pelting incident. Moreover, the SP assured that police identified those responsible.
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Hyderabad Witnesses Brief Flare-Up
Hyderabad’s Amberpet area also experienced tension during Ramzan prayers. A Shivaji Jayanti procession passed near a mosque amid evening prayers.
The Muslim side objected to loud music and slogans. Consequently, a brief scuffle broke out near the mosque.
Hindus were taking out shivaji Jayanti procession yesterday in amberpet,
Suddenly Muslim crowd came and started sloganeering.
Immediately Hyderabad police intervened and cleared off on time.
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— Telangana Maata (@TelanganaMaata) February 20, 2026
Considering Amberpet’s sensitive demographics, police responded quickly. Therefore, officers dispersed crowds before escalation occurred.
Authorities reported no injuries or property damage. Furthermore, additional personnel arrived Friday to maintain peace.
Pattern of Sensitive Zones
Incidents in all three states shared similar triggers. Processions and prayers coincided near adjacent religious sites.
Sensitive localities such as Azad Chowk and Amberpet require careful coordination. Therefore, authorities emphasized preventive policing measures.
Officials reiterated that timely intervention prevented casualties. Moreover, heavy deployment helped avoid wider communal escalation.
Currently, police maintain strict surveillance in affected areas. Authorities continue monitoring developments to prevent recurrence.
Although tensions briefly surfaced, calm returned across all three locations. Ultimately, swift administrative action restored order efficiently.
