Hyderabad: A name change proposal for a place in the Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh resulted in communal tension and stone pelting on Saturday, May 9.
The controversy erupted over the renaming of Almaspet Circle as Tipu Sultan Circle by the local Muslims, claiming they had administrative permission.
As news spread, local right-wing affiliated groups strongly opposed the new name and preferred the junction be named Hanuman Circle.
Things heated up on Saturday after the right-wing supporters tried to install a 30-foot Hanuman statue at the circle, angering the Muslim community.
Both sides pelted stones at each other, and slogans were raised.
On information, rushed to the spot and tried to diffuse the row. However, a Circle Inspector and two constables were injured, prompting the police to resort to a lathi charge.
Prohibitory orders have been imposed in Almaspet Circle and surrounding areas, and additional forces have been deployed.
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