A man was arrested by Bihar police for hoisting a saffron flag on a Shia mosque in Bhagalpur’s Tamtam Chowk area during a Kali visarjan yatra on Saturday. The incident, captured on video, showed Shivam Kumar climbing the mosque dome and installing the flag, sparking widespread outrage and communal tensions. Additional forces, including Sashastra Seema Bal, were deployed to maintain peace.

The Bhagalpur police acted swiftly, arresting Kumar on Monday and registering a case under Section 88 for attempting to spoil the atmosphere. The Superintendent of Police stated that the incident will be thoroughly investigated.

The arrest was announced on social media, emphasizing the police’s commitment to maintaining peace in the area.