Provocative remarks: Tension in BC Road as Hindu activists gather in large numbers

Mangalore Today News Network

Bantwal, September 16, 2024: Tension prevailed in BC Road on September 16, Monday morning over the issue of provocative statements made by VHP leader Sharan Pumpwell and  Bantwal TMC’s former president Mohammad Sharief.

Hundreds of Sangh Parivar activists gathered in front of the Rakteshwari Temple at BC Road. There is heavy police presence in the area. A fracas also took place between the police and the Hindu activists when the latter tried to move forward. Later police prevented the activists by placing the police vehicle on the middle of the road.

The activists also shouted slogans against Mohammad Sharief.