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Ink Attack on Hindu Festival Committee Chairman in Bhopal Sparks Controversy
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 06:00 PM
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A group of youths splashed ink on the face of Chandrashekhar Tiwari, chairman of the Hindu Festival Committee, at Bhavani Chowk, Peer Gate, Bhopal, after accusations of a casteist remark. The incident has intensified public debate.
Bhopal police reported that on Thursday, a handful of young men gathered at Bhavani Chowk near Peer Gate and deliberately threw ink on Chandrashekhar Tiwari, the elected head of the Hindu Festival Committee. The act was captured by onlookers and quickly spread on social media.
The ink‑splattering followed public allegations that Tiwari had made a caste‑based slur during a recent community event. Local activists demanded an apology, while supporters of the chairman described the incident as a provocation.
Law enforcement registered a case of assault and is investigating whether the act was a spontaneous prank or a premeditated protest. No injuries were reported beyond the temporary staining of the chairman's face.
The episode has reignited discussions on communal sensitivities and the handling of caste‑related accusations in Madhya Pradesh, with political leaders urging calm and a thorough inquiry.
Authorities have asked witnesses to come forward and have pledged to take appropriate legal action against those responsible.
The ink‑splattering followed public allegations that Tiwari had made a caste‑based slur during a recent community event. Local activists demanded an apology, while supporters of the chairman described the incident as a provocation.
Law enforcement registered a case of assault and is investigating whether the act was a spontaneous prank or a premeditated protest. No injuries were reported beyond the temporary staining of the chairman's face.
The episode has reignited discussions on communal sensitivities and the handling of caste‑related accusations in Madhya Pradesh, with political leaders urging calm and a thorough inquiry.
Authorities have asked witnesses to come forward and have pledged to take appropriate legal action against those responsible.