Bengaluru, Jan 5, 2026: The situation in Jagjeevan Ram Nagar (JJ Nagar) remained tense but under control following stone-pelting on a procession of Om Shakti devotees on Sunday night, police said.

Incident Details

• The attack occurred between 8:15 pm and 9:00 pm while devotees were conducting a ritual procession in the area.
• Two women were injured, including one who sustained a serious head injury and was admitted to a local hospital.
• The assault was reportedly carried out by three to four youths pelting stones at the devotees.

Background

• The complainant, Shashikumar N, a long-time participant in Om Shakti and Ayyappa Swamy worship, alleged that similar attacks had occurred in the past and that there have been instances of atrocities in the locality, which has a significant Dalit population.
• Devotees described the stone-pelting as an attack on religious sentiments and an act of intimidation.

Police Action

• A First Information Report (FIR) was registered late Sunday night based on Shashikumar’s complaint.
• Additional police forces have been deployed in JJ Nagar to prevent retaliatory incidents.
• Senior police officers are stationed locally and an investigation has been launched to trace and apprehend the culprits.

Community Response

• Residents staged a demonstration outside the JJ Nagar police station, demanding strict action against the attackers.
• Om Shakti and Ayyappa Swamy devotees have jointly urged authorities for prompt legal action.

The police have assured that the situation is under control, but they continue to monitor the area closely to prevent further escalation.

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