Archive · 12 Jan 2026
Man Arrested for Indecent Acts at Hyderabad Temple
A 26-year-old man named Altaf was arrested in Hyderabad for doing something inappropriate inside a temple.
People saw him and got very upset, leading to big protests.
The police said he went into the temple at night and did something that hurt people's religious feelings.
The BJP and other Hindu groups are very angry and want strict action against him.
They say he disrespected the temple and the Hindu faith.
The police are asking people not to spread rumors and to stay calm.
They are still checking Altaf's background and will take more action if needed.
The protests caused traffic problems, but the police managed to control the situation.
A 26-year-old man, Altaf, was arrested for allegedly committing indecent acts at Katta Maisamma Temple in Hyderabad.
The incident occurred on January 10, 2024, and Altaf was arrested the following day.
Altaf is from Bidar district in Karnataka and was produced before a city court on January 11.
BJP and pro-Hindu organizations protested, calling the incident blasphemous and demanding strict action.
Police urged the public to avoid spreading rumors and to maintain communal harmony, deploying additional personnel to control the situation.
- Who
- Altaf, a 26-year-old man from Bidar district, Karnataka
- What
- Arrested for allegedly committing indecent acts at a temple
- When
- Incident on January 10, 2024; Arrest on January 11, 2024
- Where
- Katta Maisamma Temple, Safilguda, Hyderabad
- Why
- Allegedly entered the temple unlawfully and committed indecent acts, hurting religious sentiments
Protesters and Hindu Organizations
Police and Authorities
Severity of the Incident
Protesters and Hindu Organizations
The act is considered highly blasphemous and demands strict punishment.
Police and Authorities
The incident is serious, but authorities urge calm and adherence to legal procedures.
Public Reaction
Protesters and Hindu Organizations
Public outrage and protests are justified to protect religious sentiments.
Police and Authorities
While understanding public sentiment, authorities emphasize maintaining law and order and preventing violence.
- Accused Name
- Altaf
- Age
- 26
- Location
- Katta Maisamma Temple, Safilguda, Hyderabad
- Incident Date
- January 10, 2024
- Arrest Date
- January 11, 2024
- Charges
- Trespassing, disturbing public harmony, injuring a place of worship, and outraging religious feelings
- Remand
- Judicial remand
- Protest Locations
- Neredmet, ECIL stretches, leading to Secunderabad
Sources
Hyderabad: Man held for ‘indecent acts’ at temple; BJP, Hindu outfits protest
Man held for 'indecent acts' at temple in Hyderabad; BJP, Hindu outfits protest
Hyderabad: Man Arrested For Indecent Act In Neredmet Temple
BJP Chief Slams Cong Over Temple Desecration
Tension in Neredmet After Man Desecrates Place of Worship; Accused Arrested Amid Protests
