Archive · 7 Nov 2025
High Court Orders Action on Krishna Idol in Mahabubnagar
Imagine a new statue was put up in a public place without asking the people in charge of the city first.
Someone noticed this and told a judge.
The judge said, 'Hey city leaders, you need to figure this out and do something about it!'
The city leaders are now talking to figure out if the statue can stay or if it needs to be moved.
They said they will decide soon after talking to a special advisor.
The person who complained wants the statue gone right away and said they will tell the judge again if the city leaders don't act fast.
The High Court has ordered immediate action on a Krishna idol installed at the DEO Office junction in Mahabubnagar.
A social activist filed a petition alleging the idol was installed without municipal permissions and in violation of norms.
Municipal authorities confirmed the idol lacks official permissions and will take action as directed by the court.
A final decision on the idol's removal or retention will be made after consulting with the Additional Collector (Local Bodies).
The activist is demanding swift removal and threatening further legal action if the court's order is not complied with.
- Who
- Mahabubnagar Municipal authorities, social activist Diddi Praveen Kumar, and the High Court.
- What
- The High Court has ordered prompt action regarding a Krishna idol installed without official permissions at the DEO Office junction, leading to tension and a directive for municipal authorities to act.
- When
- Thursday (announcement of action), Court issued interim orders.
- Where
- Mahabubnagar, specifically the DEO Office junction.
- Why
- The idol was allegedly installed in violation of municipal norms and without necessary permissions, prompting a legal petition.
Social Activist
Municipal Authorities
Idol Installation and Permissions
Social Activist
Diddi Praveen Kumar alleges the Krishna idol was installed in violation of municipal norms and without official permissions.
Municipal Authorities
Municipal authorities, after inquiry, confirmed the idol lacks official permissions and will take action as per the High Court's directive.
Next Steps
Social Activist
Demands immediate removal of the idol and threatens contempt proceedings if authorities fail to act swiftly.
Municipal Authorities
Will take necessary action in line with the High Court's instructions after consulting with the Additional Collector (Local Bodies) to determine the idol's fate.
- Court Order
- High Court orders prompt action on Krishna idol at DEO Office junction.
- Petitioner
- Diddi Praveen Kumar, social activist and Nenu Saitam organisation president.
- Allegation
- Idol installed in violation of municipal norms and without official permissions.
- Municipal Commissioner
- T Praveen Kumar Reddy
- Additional Collector (Local Bodies)
- Shivendra Pratap
- Location of Idol
- DEO Office junction, Mahabubnagar