Peaceful Resilience in Maddur Amid Communal Tensions
Amid communal clashes during a Ganesh idol immersion in Maddur, tensions were diffused peacefully despite a bandh called by the BJP. Police enforcement remained high with prohibitory orders in place. Authorities committed to maintaining peace and began probing potential conspiracy behind the incident.

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In Maddur, despite communal tensions following a Ganesh idol immersion procession, peace reigned as the Bharatiya Janata Party's bandh had little effect. Preventive measures, including a large police presence and prohibitory orders, ensured calm on Tuesday.
Authorities, led by district in-charge Minister N Cheluvarayaswamy, convened a peace meeting, though notable BJP and JD(S) leaders were absent. Nevertheless, attendees pledged their support for a peaceful Ganesh Visarjan the following day, reinforcing collaborative efforts for harmony.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Home Minister G Parameshwara vowed decisive action against those behind the stone-pelting incident. Investigations continue into a suspected premeditated conspiracy, with 22 individuals already in judicial custody.
(With inputs from agencies.)