Badaun (UP): A case was lodged against unidentified persons for allegedly hoisting an objectionable flag on a mobile tower in this Uttar Pradesh district, police said on Saturday.
The alleged incident sparked outrage among locals who claimed the flag was hoisted by people belonging to a particular community.
Personnel from Faizganj Behta police station later defused the situation. Sub-District Magistrate Rashi Krishna and Tehsildar Vijay Shukla also visited the spot and removed the flag.
Hindu organisations submitted a complaint, demanding strict action against the perpetrators.
Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural) Krishnakant Saroj said a case was registered on the basis of the complaint. The culprits will be apprehended soon.
Published 14 September 2024, 20:37 IST