Udupi : Muslim associations stage protest against stone pelting at mosque

Mangalore Today News Network

Udupi, March 2, 2017 : A protest was staged  in front of the Udupi Deputy Commissioner’s office on March 1, Wednesday  to condemn the recent  incident of stoning at the Mudarangady mosque and to demand stern action against the perpetrators of the incident.

Addressing the protestors,   Moidinabba, former president of the taluk unit of Udupi District Muslim Okkoota  accused Bajrangdal leader from Mangaluru- Sharan Pumpwell  of trying to  disrupt harmony  in the area. He also stated that the incidents like stone pelting at mosques   brings in a sense of insecurity. He further deplored the granting of bail to the accused in the case.

Representatives of various Muslim organisations were part of the protest.

Later, a memorandum was submitted to Udupi Deputy Commissioner Priyanka Mary Francis.