Archive · 25 Aug 2026
Puttur Tightens Security Ahead of Eid Milad
Puttur recently had a disagreement involving people from two communities.
The disagreement became a larger disturbance last Friday.
Police are now using extra officers to help keep the town safe during Eid Milad.
They marched through the city so people could see that security was in place.
Some shops may close for the festival, but nobody is allowed to force a shop to shut.
Police said they have registered a case about the earlier disturbance.
They also said their actions are not based on caste, religion or politics.
Residents have been asked not to spread rumours or cause more trouble.
Puttur has been placed under heightened police surveillance ahead of Eid Milad after a communal flare-up last Friday.
Police conducted a route march through Puttur city on Monday to reassure residents and deter further disturbances.
Officials said shops may close voluntarily for Eid Milad, but no one may forcibly shut businesses.
The deployment includes senior officers, police personnel, five KSRP platoons, three DAR platoons and one Special Force platoon.
Police said a suo motu case was registered over Friday’s incident and urged residents to avoid rumours and cooperate with authorities.
- Who
- Puttur police, residents and people involved in the Friday disturbance.
- What
- Authorities increased security and conducted a route march ahead of Eid Milad following a communal flare-up.
- When
- The flare-up occurred last Friday; the route march was held on Monday ahead of Eid Milad.
- Where
- Puttur city in Dakshina Kannada district.
- Why
- To prevent another disturbance, reassure residents and maintain communal harmony and public order during the festival.
Police Account
Reported Concerns
Handling of the disturbance
Police Account
Police said they registered a suo motu case, served notices and rejected allegations that the matter was being handled leniently.
Reported Concerns
Some allegations questioned whether sufficient action had been taken in connection with Friday’s incident; police invited people seeking clarification to approach the department.
Shop closures during Eid Milad
Police Account
Police said shops generally remain closed as part of the observance, but no person may forcibly shut a shop or business establishment.
Reported Concerns
Those seeking closures could attempt to pressure businesses, prompting police to stress that commercial activity must continue without coercion.
- Location
- Puttur city, Dakshina Kannada district
- Occasion
- Eid Milad
- Trigger for security measures
- A communal flare-up following an altercation between members of two communities last Friday
- Police deployment
- One Additional SP, one DySP, eight PSIs, 10 ASIs and 50 other police personnel
- Additional forces
- Five KSRP platoons, three DAR platoons and one Special Force platoon
- Legal action
- Police registered a suo motu case and served notices on those concerned
- Business guidance
- Shops may remain closed for the observance, but forced closures are prohibited