The stone-pelting incident during the Ganesh procession in Maddur, Mandya district, has taken a new turn. Police investigations have confirmed it was a pre-planned act. So far, 32 accused have been arrested and are being interrogated. Initially, 22 individuals were identified, and later, 29 were taken into custody, with the number now reaching 32.During interrogation, the accused confessed that the stone pelting on the Ganesh procession was planned in advance under the leadership of an individual named Swami.read also: Cyclone Fear in State: Karnataka Coast on Alert as Rain Expected Until October 4.!

However, the investigation revealed that the stones were mistakenly thrown at a different procession instead of the targeted one.Police are preparing to further interrogate the accused to determine whether the stone pelting was motivated by political vendetta or an intent to create religious unrest. On September 7, during the Ganesh procession in Maddur’s Ram Rahim Nagar, stones were pelted from a mosque, leading to a tense situation in the town.The following day, Hindu organizations held a protest march against the stone pelting, during which police resorted to a lathi charge.read also: Krishna and Bhima River Floods: CM Orders Urgent Relief Measures!

The incident took a political turn, with the BJP and JD(S) launching sharp criticism against the state Congress government. BJP leaders visited the site and staged protests.In connection with the incident, FIRs were filed against BJP MLC C.T. Ravi and MLA Basanagoud Yatnal for allegedly making provocative statements. Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara had responded, stating that allegations of the stone pelting being pre-planned were under investigation, and the probe would proceed from that perspective. The allegations have now been substantiated.MANOHARI Women's Trendy Banarasi Woven Saree with Heavy Jacquard Work, Elegant Design, Silk Saree with Maching Lace Border Unstitched Blouse Piece for Weddings & Festive Occasions