# Religious procession tensions in Karnataka

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/religious-procession-tensions-in-karnataka
> Updated: 2026-09-16T20:05:44.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

In Maddur, Karnataka, authorities implemented heavy security measures ahead of a Ganesh idol immersion procession involving 108 idols. Approximately 600 police personnel were deployed to prevent violence, following a stone-pelting incident near a mosque during the previous year’s festivities. Political leaders criticized the government’s handling of the event, alleging a “dual approach” regarding police notices issued to activists.

Tensions escalated during the procession when unidentified individuals allegedly pelted stones at the Ismail Sunni Jamiya Mosque and the Tajus Sunna Arabic Madrasa in Bhatkal. The incident caused damage to windowpanes at both locations. Local residents gathered at a police station to demand arrests, and law enforcement officials began reviewing CCTV footage to identify those responsible while deploying additional personnel to maintain order.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-16: Bhatkal mosque and madrasa targeted during Ganesh procession

Unidentified individuals allegedly pelted stones at a mosque and an Arabic madrasa during a Ganesh procession in Bhatkal, Karnataka, prompting police deployment and an investigation.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bhatkal-mosque-and-madrasa-targeted-during-ganesh-procession

### 2026-09-16: Maddur implements heavy security for Ganesh idol immersion

Authorities in Maddur, Karnataka, have deployed 600 police officers for a Ganesh idol immersion procession to prevent violence following previous incidents of stone-pelting.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maddur-implements-heavy-security-for-ganesh-idol-immersion

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