On the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti this year, the Hyderabad police took preventive custody of controversial BJP MLA Raja Singh. This decision was taken in order to avoid any potential communal tension or violence that may have arisen due to his presence at the celebrations. The move was met with mixed reactions, with some supporting the police’s decision while others criticized it as an infringement on his right to participate in religious festivities.
Raja Singh is known for his controversial statements and actions, particularly those related to the Hindu-Muslim divide. He has been accused of hate speech and inciting violence in the past, and his presence at Hanuman Jayanti celebrations could have potentially led to communal tensions in the area. The Hyderabad police, therefore, decided to take preventive custody of him to ensure that the celebrations remained peaceful and without any untoward incidents.
While some have criticized the police’s decision as an infringement on Raja Singh’s right to participate in religious festivities, others have lauded it as a necessary step to maintain law and order. Preventive custody is a legal provision that allows the police to detain individuals who they believe may pose a threat to public safety or cause a breach of peace. In this case, it was used to prevent any potential violence that may have arisen due to Raja Singh’s presence at the celebrations. The move highlights the delicate balance that law enforcement agencies must maintain between upholding individual rights and ensuring public safety.
