A young man was allegedly caught urinating outside a Hanuman temple in Indore, with the incident occurring on Monday night. The act was recorded by a nearby CCTV camera on MG Road, leading to widespread outrage among local residents.
The viral video shows the youth facing the Hanuman temple wall as he unzips his pants and urinates. Another individual appears to stand nearby, seemingly acting as a lookout. When two onlookers noticed the inappropriate behavior, they confronted the youth and chased him away.
#WATCH | Muslim Youth Caught ‘Urinating’ Outside Hanuman Temple In Indore, Chased Away By Angry Hindu Activists#MadhyaPradesh #MPNews #Indore pic.twitter.com/1G5liLsgCg
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In response to the incident, local traders closed their shops on Tuesday in protest, demanding strict action against the accused. The youth has been identified as the son of a local shopkeeper named Moinuddin, although police have yet to disclose his name.
Following the incident, members of Hindu activist groups quickly gathered at the temple. They expressed their anger over the act, demanding that the accused face severe penalties under the National Security Act (NSA). A man named Toofan Singh has filed a First Information Report (FIR) at the local police station.
Authorities have registered a case against the youth under Section 299 of the Indian Penal Code, which pertains to causing hurt by an act endangering life or personal safety. Police have launched an investigation and are actively searching for the accused. A significant police presence has been deployed at the scene to maintain order amid the protests.
This incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding religious sentiments in the area and the need for respect towards places of worship. As investigations continue, local authorities are urging the community to remain calm.
