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Ganesh Idol Immersion Turns Violent in Thane: Two Groups Clash Over Procession Order
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News18•20-09-2026, 21:45
Ganesh Idol Immersion Turns Violent in Thane: Two Groups Clash Over Procession Order
- •A dispute during a Ganpati idol immersion procession in Thane district escalated into a violent clash between two rival groups.
- •The confrontation occurred in Titwala around midnight on September 19, stemming from an argument over which group's procession would move ahead first.
- •The situation involved verbal abuse, threats, physical violence, and caused significant traffic disruption in the area.
- •Kalyan Taluka police registered a case against over 40 individuals, including prominent local figures from both sides.
- •Police also noted multiple statutory violations, such as the unauthorized use of loudspeakers, though no arrests have been made yet.
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The clash in Titwala was triggered by an argument between two rival groups who disputed over moving their respective Ganpati immersion processions ahead of each other around midnight on September 19.
The Kalyan Taluka police registered a case against more than 40 individuals from both sides, citing physical assault, public disturbance, and statutory violations such as using loudspeakers without prior authorization. No arrests had been made as of the initial report.
The confrontation involved verbal abuse, threats, and physical violence, which resulted in disruptions to local traffic.
