Archive · 27 Aug 2026
Clashes After Eid Procession Prompt Police Deployment in Mumbai’s Parel
Two groups had a fight in Mumbai’s Parel area.
It happened after an Eid procession on Wednesday night.
Police believe the groups shouted slogans at each other.
The shouting may have led to an argument.
Police took action and sent more officers to the area.
The extra officers were there to prevent more trouble.
Officials said the area was calm again.
They asked people not to believe rumours.
Two groups clashed near the Laxmi Cottage area in Parel on Wednesday night.
The incident followed an Eid procession, according to police.
Police suspected both groups shouted slogans before a verbal altercation.
Additional police forces were deployed as a precautionary measure.
Officials said the situation was under control and urged residents to ignore rumours.
- Who
- Two groups were involved, while Mumbai Police and senior officers responded.
- What
- The groups clashed after an Eid procession, leading police to deploy additional force.
- When
- Wednesday night.
- Where
- Near the Laxmi Cottage area in Parel, Mumbai.
- Why
- Police suspected slogans were shouted, followed by a verbal altercation.
- Location
- Parel, Mumbai, near Laxmi Cottage
- Trigger
- An Eid procession preceded the clash
- Police assessment
- Both groups may have shouted slogans before a verbal altercation
- Police response
- Additional force was deployed as a precaution
- Current situation
- Police said the situation was completely calm and under control
- Public message
- Joint Commissioner Manoj Sharma urged people not to believe rumours