Tension in Maharashtra’s Malegaon During Durga Idol Immersion Procession

Tension erupted in Malegaon city of Maharashtra’s Washim district during a Durga idol immersion procession after a dispute reportedly escalated into stone-throwing near Tipu Sultan Chowk.

According to Sub-Divisional Police Officer Ramkrishna Pawar, the trouble began when gulal thrown into the air during the procession landed on a house belonging to a member of a particular community. Two or three people reportedly objected, leading to a verbal argument between members of the Durga mandal and people from the nearby community.

The situation became tense, and stones were reportedly thrown from a nearby lane. Police intervened to bring the situation under control.

How did the dispute begin?

According to Pawar, the initial disagreement was over gulal, the coloured powder commonly used during religious celebrations and processions.

When the powder landed on a house, some residents reportedly raised objections. What began as a disagreement then turned into a verbal altercation between the two sides.

The incident highlights how a local dispute during a public procession can quickly escalate if tensions are not contained.

What did the police say?

Pawar said police personnel intervened after the argument began. He also described stones being thrown from a nearby lane.

The available statement does not establish who threw the stones or whether anyone was injured or arrested. Those details would need confirmation from the police or other official sources.

What happens next?

The immediate priority is to establish the full sequence of events and ensure that the situation remains peaceful. Further details about injuries, arrests, security arrangements or any police action should be included once officially confirmed.

The incident serves as a reminder that disagreements during public religious events need to be handled carefully. Authorities must investigate any violence on the basis of evidence, while the public should avoid spreading unverified claims that could increase tensions.