Ratnagiri Incident: Tree Trunk and Mosque Controversy Explained
A video from Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, shows a group attempting to ram a mosque gate with a tree trunk. This incident has ignited a heated debate online. The footage led to allegations of vandalism. However, local police clarified that there was no forced entry. The situation remains under control. The incident took place on March 12 during the annual Shimga procession, a traditional Holi celebration in the Konkan region. As part of the ritual, participants carry a tree trunk and place it at religious sites along the route. However, this year, tensions escalated. Some individuals allegedly used the trunk to strike…