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Stone-Pelting Erupts During Durga Immersion in Washim; RAF Deployed
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🗓 22 Oct 2026, 10:32 AM
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Violence broke out during a Durga immersion procession in Washim, Maharashtra, prompting the deployment of the Reserve Auxiliary Force to restore order.
A violent incident occurred in Washim, Maharashtra, when stone-pelting erupted during a Durga immersion procession. The situation turned chaotic as tensions flared up among the participants of the religious event. Local authorities were forced to intervene to prevent the situation from escalating further.
In response to the unrest, the Reserve Auxiliary Force (RAF) was deployed to the site. The security personnel worked to disperse the crowd and restore peace in the area. The deployment of additional forces highlights the severity of the disturbance during the festival.
While specific details regarding casualties or arrests are not yet available, the incident has raised concerns about law and order during major religious gatherings in the region. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to ensure public safety.
In response to the unrest, the Reserve Auxiliary Force (RAF) was deployed to the site. The security personnel worked to disperse the crowd and restore peace in the area. The deployment of additional forces highlights the severity of the disturbance during the festival.
While specific details regarding casualties or arrests are not yet available, the incident has raised concerns about law and order during major religious gatherings in the region. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to ensure public safety.