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Pro Pakistan Slogans Raise NIA Demand
Pro-Pakistan Slogans During Ganesh Visarjan Violence in Karnataka
The Ganesh Visarjan celebrations in Karnataka’s Nagamangala town, Mandya district, took a violent turn when pro-Pakistan slogans were allegedly raised, triggering clashes and unrest. Senior BJP leader and Leader of Opposition (LoP) R. Ashoka has strongly condemned the incident, pointing to a larger pattern of communal disturbances targeting Hindu festivals. The violent incident occurred on September 12 during a Ganesh idol procession, which soon escalated into mob violence. According to Ashoka, the involvement of banned organizations cannot be ruled out, further escalating tensions and prompting calls for a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe.
Eyewitness Accounts of Pro-Pakistan Slogans
Reports of the violence first emerged from eyewitnesses who claimed that three individuals shouted “Pakistan Zindabad” during the Ganesh Visarjan procession. The slogan raising occurred during a communal clash, and the sight of miscreants shouting pro-Pakistan slogans has alarmed many. BJP leader Ashoka highlighted these claims on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), suggesting that such acts were part of a larger, organized effort to disrupt communal harmony.
This particular incident has increased concerns that banned extremist organizations might have orchestrated the violence. Ashoka has repeatedly emphasized the need for a thorough investigation by the NIA to uncover the source of such disruptions and hold accountable those responsible for raising pro-Pak slogans during Ganesh Visarjan violence.
Series of Similar Incidents Across Karnataka
Ashoka’s concerns over the Nagamangala violence are compounded by a series of similar incidents that have occurred throughout Karnataka in recent times. For instance, in Chikkamagaluru city, a group of miscreants were seen riding motorcycles while displaying the Palestinian flag, further aggravating communal tensions. The display of the flag in a communally sensitive area added to the charged atmosphere during the Ganesh Visarjan celebrations. This incident echoes previous ones where disturbances occurred during Hindu festivals, such as attacks on youth for hoisting religious flags in Davanagere city’s Gandhi Nagar and Ahmad Nagar areas.
These incidents share common themes, suggesting a broader pattern of targeting Hindu festivals with communal unrest. Ashoka pointed to these incidents as further proof of organized efforts aimed at provoking violence, with the pro-Pak slogans during Ganesh Visarjan violence as the most recent manifestation.
Call for NIA Probe to Investigate Banned Organizations
R. Ashoka, in light of these repeated provocations, has demanded a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe into the incidents. He believes that the local police are unable to penetrate the well-organized network responsible for instigating violence. Ashoka claims that the network likely has interstate and even international connections, making it a challenge for local law enforcement to fully address the situation.
He has urged Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to hand over the case to the NIA. A thorough investigation is necessary to determine the full extent of the involvement of banned organizations, which Ashoka suspects are behind the pro-Pak slogans during Ganesh Visarjan violence and other related incidents.
Social Media Footage Adds to Tensions
To further substantiate his claims, Ashoka shared videos on social media showing violent clashes and provocative actions during the Ganesh Visarjan celebrations. One video captured in Davanagere city shows Hindu youth being allegedly attacked by a Muslim mob for erecting religious flags during the festival. In another video, youth were seen riding motorcycles while waving the Palestinian flag in the communally sensitive district of Chikkamagalur.
These incidents have only heightened tensions in the region, with both communities blaming each other for the escalating violence. The police, seen in some videos, were trying to control the situation, but their efforts were insufficient in calming the unrest that had already taken hold.
Escalation of Clashes and Mob Violence
The initial confrontation during the Ganesh Visarjan procession in Nagamangala quickly spiraled into a larger conflict, as mobs began targeting shops and vehicles in the area. The damage done by the mob has left many local residents in distress, and authorities have since imposed restrictions in an attempt to prevent further violence. The raising of pro-Pak slogans during Ganesh Visarjan violence and the subsequent rampage have left an indelible mark on the region, making it clear that tensions between communities are on the rise.
Disclaimer: This article is based on available information and reports. The claims mentioned in the content, particularly about the involvement of banned organizations and the raising of pro-Pak slogans during Ganesh Visarjan violence, are subject to investigation. No individual or group is guilty unless proven so by a competent authority.
