Police station vandalised over alleged custodial death in Davanagere
Davanagere, Karnataka: A police station was vandalised in Channagiri town in the district and several vehicles were set on fire by a violent mob over an alleged custodial death, during the small hours of Saturday.
Adil (30) was detained on May 24 for his alleged involvement in gambling activities in the district, police said adding his health condition deteriorated and he died last night.
As the news of the man's death spread, his relatives along with a large group of people went on a rampage, damaging police vehicles and hurling stones at the police station, alleging that he died in custody.
Davanagere Superintendent of Police Uma Prashanth said the body has been shifted to the government hospital and it will be handed over to the family members after postmortem.
According to the SP, police are patrolling the area and additional forces have been deployed in Channagiri. Action will be taken based on the postmortem report.
The autopsy will be conducted in the presence of a Magistrate, she said. The police claimed that the accused died within six to seven minutes after being brought to the station.
"His parents are also aware of it and they have been convinced," Prashanth said.
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Muslims across Dakshina Kannada, Udupi celebrate Eid-Al-Adha
Mangaluru: Eid-al-Adha (Bakrid) is being celebrated with great enthusiasm and excitement in the Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts on Monday, June 17.
Muslims in the twin districts gathered for mass prayers at mosques and Eidgahs in the morning on Monday, listened to the Eid Khutba and sermons, exchanged Eid messages, and visited neighbors and relatives. People of all ages, dressed in new clothes and wearing attar, enjoyed various snacks and celebrated the festival with fervor.
Following the Eid Namaz and Khutba, many visited burial grounds to pray for the souls of departed family members. Subsequently, they visited the homes of family members, friends, and nearby residents to offer Eid greetings.
In Mangaluru, the Eid Namaz and Khutba were led by District Qazi Alhaj Twakha Ahmad Musliyar Al-Azhari at Eidgah Juma Masjid. The event was attended by notable figures including Masjid Zeenat Baksh Central Juma Masjid President Alhaj Yenepoya Abdullah Kunhi, General Secretary Hanif Haji Bunder, Treasurer Haji SM Rashid, Vice President K Ashraf, and Eidgah Masjid Khatib PH Mustafa Azhari. Khatib Abdul Akram Bakhvi of Mangalore Zeenat Baksh Central Juma Masjid led the Namaz, with Legislative Assembly Speaker UT Khader, Legislative Council MLA Ivan D'Souza, and Mangaluru Police Commissioner Anupam Agarwal also present to extend their greetings.
In Udupi, the Eid Namaz was led by Maulana Obaidur Rahman Nadvi at Hashimi Masjid, Nairkere. The Maulana emphasized the significance of Eid and the importance of love, peace, and harmony in society. A large number of women participated in the Eid Namaz and exchanged greetings.
Special Eid Namaz and Khutba were held at Mulur Juma Masjid, led by Khatib Hafil Muhammad Ashraf Sakhafi. Additionally, an Eid procession commenced from Kundapur Juma Masjid, culminating in a special Namaz at Kundapur Eidgah Maidan under the leadership of Maulana Karr Hussain.
Special prayers were also led by Maulana Muzammil Nadvi at Gangoli Juma Masjid, Khatib Maulana Abdul Karim Nadvi at Mohidin Juma Masjid, and Maulana Rehmatullah Kolkar Nadvi at Shahi Juma Masjid.
