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49 untoward incidents reported at puja mandaps: IGP
['Star Online Report']
The Daily Star
15 cases filed, 19 arrested; police say no major communal unrest so farPolice said today that at least 49 untoward incidents have taken place at puja mandaps across the country this month, resulting in 15 cases and 19 arrests.
Addressing a press briefing at the police headquarters, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam said the incidents were mostly minor and were resolved peacefully without causing major communal unrest.
"We have kept strict surveillance in and around 31,606 puja mandaps to ensure harmony.
The IGP said in some cases police recorded general diaries (GDs) and in others, cases were filed that led to arrests.
"We are alert to ensure that no elements can destabilise social harmony or exploit the situation ahead of the upcoming national election," Baharul said.