Archive · 25 Aug 2026
Mumbai Man Arrested Over Eggs Thrown at Ganesh Procession
Police in Mumbai arrested a 22-year-old man named Danish Sher Khan.
They say he allegedly threw eggs at a procession carrying a Ganesh idol.
The procession was connected to the Mazgaoncha Morya Ganeshotsav Mandal.
Police said an egg landed on the idol.
They believe Khan became angry after firecracker smoke irritated his eyes while he was delivering eggs.
The alleged egg-throwing caused tension near a housing society.
Police formed five teams and used technical evidence to find him.
He was arrested about 36 hours later and the investigation is continuing.
A 22-year-old delivery worker, Danish Sher Khan, was arrested over allegedly throwing eggs at a Ganesh procession in Mazgaon.
Police said an egg allegedly landed on the idol of the Mazgaoncha Morya Ganeshotsav Mandal during its procession.
Investigators said Khan was irritated by firecracker smoke while delivering an egg order at Continental Heights.
Five police teams used technical evidence to identify and arrest him nearly 36 hours after the incident.
He was booked under Sections 299 and 196 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with further investigation underway.
- Who
- Danish Sher Khan, a 22-year-old egg-delivery worker, was arrested; police investigated the alleged incident.
- What
- He allegedly threw eggs at a Ganesh idol procession, with one egg allegedly landing on the idol.
- When
- The incident occurred late on August 23, according to one report; the arrest followed nearly 36 hours later. Another report was dated August 25.
- Where
- The procession was in Mazgaon, south Mumbai, and the eggs were allegedly thrown from Continental Heights on or near Rambhau Bhogale Marg.
- Why
- Police said Khan was angered and irritated by smoke from firecrackers being burst outside the building during the procession.
Police Allegation
Reported Trigger and Accused’s Context
Nature of the incident
Police Allegation
Police allege that Khan threw eggs at a Ganesh idol procession and that an egg landed on the idol, creating a disturbance and tension in the area.
Reported Trigger and Accused’s Context
The reports provide no statement from Khan or his legal representatives, but police said he allegedly acted in anger after being affected by firecracker smoke.
Legal interpretation
Police Allegation
Police booked Khan under BNS Sections 299 and 196, citing alleged outrage of religious feelings and conduct affecting communal harmony.
Reported Trigger and Accused’s Context
The available reports do not include a response disputing or accepting the charges; the investigation remains underway.
- Accused
- Danish Sher Khan, 22
- Occupation
- Home-delivery egg supplier who took online orders
- Procession
- Mazgaoncha Morya Ganeshotsav Mandal Ganesh idol procession
- Location
- Mazgaon, south Mumbai; Continental Heights
- Police station
- Byculla Police Station
- Investigation
- Five teams were formed, and technical evidence helped identify the accused
- Charges
- Sections 299 and 196 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
- Arrest timing
- Nearly 36 hours after the alleged incident
