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On Sunday, June 16, Raja Singh, the Goshamahal BJP MLA, was taken into preventive custody at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad. He had arrived from Mumbai that morning with plans to head to Medak district, where communal tension had arisen over cattle transportation and sale issues. The police detained him at the airport and moved him to a police station where he is presently held.
The clash between two communities over alleged illegal cow transport on Saturday, June 15 led to tensions, and section 144 was imposed near Ramdas Chowrasta in Medak district. Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code aims to prevent gatherings that could incite violence or riots. Medak Superintendent of Police Office B Bala Swamy stated that the situation is currently under control, with some individuals already in custody and investigations ongoing.
According to reports, the scuffle started when Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leaders intervened in the transportation of cows and opted to protest rather than file a complaint. This led to injuries and subsequent protests by both groups, including an attack on a hospital treating the injured.
Raja Singh posted a video of his detention at the airport on social media, tagging Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. His detainment has sparked discussions on the ground of communal tension and the implementation of preventive measures. With tensions high, the situation in Medak district is being closely monitored by authorities to prevent further escalation or unrest.
The broader implications of such incidents underscore the delicate balance between communal harmony and polarizing sentiments that can arise from sensitive issues like cow protection and religious sentiments. As the situation unfolds, it is essential for authorities to ensure peace and address grievances in a fair and just manner to prevent further escalation of communal tensions in the region.
