In a disturbing incident that has sparked outrage among local residents, seven individuals were arrested in Dhakuakhana, Lakhimpur, Assam, for allegedly throwing suspected cow meat inside a temple compound. The act, which took place late at night, has deeply hurt the religious sentiments of the local Hindu community.
According to police sources, the suspects were taken into custody following CCTV surveillance and tip-offs from local witnesses. The arrested individuals have been identified as Monjur Ali, Rezak Ali, Saha Ali, Dilwar Hussain, Dildar Hussain, Abu Kalam Ali, and Zahidul Islam.
Authorities say that forensic tests will be conducted on the meat to confirm its nature, and investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the act. Preliminary reports suggest that the action may have been a deliberate attempt to create communal tension in the area.
Locals gathered in large numbers outside the police station demanding strict punishment for those found guilty. Community leaders have called for peace and restraint, urging citizens not to fall prey to provocation.
A senior police official stated, “We are treating this matter with utmost seriousness. If proven guilty, the culprits will be charged under relevant sections of the IPC for hurting religious sentiments and promoting enmity between groups.”
The temple committee has tightened security measures, and local authorities have assured that law and order will be maintained at all costs.
This incident has once again brought attention to the need for greater communal harmony and swift justice in matters that attempt to disrupt social peace.
A senior police official stated, “We are treating this matter with utmost seriousness. If proven guilty, the culprits will be charged under relevant sections of the IPC for hurting religious sentiments and promoting enmity between groups."
The temple committee has tightened security measures, and local authorities have assured that law and order will be maintained at all costs.
This incident has once again brought attention to the need for greater communal harmony and swift justice in matters that attempt to disrupt social peace.