Three booked for blocking NH 75 during protest against Waqf Amendment Act in Mangaluru
Mangaluru (Karnataka), Apr 19 (PTI): Three persons who were part of a protest against Waqf Amendment Act organised on Saturday were booked for allegedly disrupting traffic and obstructing emergency services along NH 75 near Adyar here, police said.
The protest organised by Ulema Coordination Committee Karnataka was held at Shah Garden.
According to the Mangaluru City Police, while the event began peacefully under tight security arrangements, a section of protesters later moved towards the national highway and blocked traffic around 4.30 pm.
"Despite repeated instructions to maintain order and avoid disruption, some individuals entered the highway, obstructing the free movement of vehicles, including emergency services," police officials stated.
Efforts were made to disperse the crowd, but some protesters ignored the warnings and engaged in unlawful activities, police alleged.
Based on visual evidence and initial analysis of video footage, three individuals have been identified as the key accused—Jaleel, a resident of Krishnapura; Fazal from Valachil; and Mohammed Hanif Noufal, a senior police officer, said.
A case has been registered at the Kankanady Town Police Station under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including provisions related to obstruction of public servants, unlawful assembly, endangering public safety, and interference with government functioning, the officer said.
Police said more individuals are likely to be identified once a detailed examination of video recordings from the scene is completed.
"The investigation is ongoing, and strict legal action will be taken against all those found involved," the Mangaluru City Police said in a statement.
The protest had drawn participants from across coastal Karnataka and was closely monitored by law enforcement agencies to prevent any breach of peace or disruption to daily life.
Volunteers deployed by the organisers were initially seen assisting the police in crowd management before the situation took a turn.
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Looking forward to my upcoming Israel visit: PM Modi
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said he was looking forward to his upcoming visit to Israel.
The prime minister said this on X in response to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comment that Modi will visit Israel on Wednesday.
"Thank you, my friend, Prime Minister Netanyahu. I fully agree with you on the bond between India and Israel as well as the diverse nature of our bilateral relations. India deeply values the enduring friendship with Israel, built on trust, innovation and a shared commitment to peace and progress.
"Looking forward to our discussions during my upcoming Israel visit," he said.
In a post on X on Sunday morning, Netanyahu spoke about the historic visit of "my dear friend", Prime Minister Modi, to Israel on Wednesday.
He said the bond between Israel and India is a powerful alliance between two global leaders.
"We are partners in innovation, security, and a shared strategic vision. Together, we are building an axis of nations committed to stability and progress," he said.
Netanyahu said that from artificial intelligence to regional cooperation, the partnership between India and Israel continues to reach new heights.
"Looking forward to seeing you in Jerusalem, PM Modi!" he said.
