Protest erupts near Mumbai over Bakrid sacrifice plans in residential complex

Clashes broke out in Mumbai's Mira Road over an alleged plan to sacrifice goats ahead of Eid al-Adha festivities. As per visuals shared by the news agency ANI, a protest was held outside an apartment complex in Poonam Cluster 1 against goats being kept on the premises.

On Monday night, a scuffle broke out between the two groups over the alleged illegal presence of goats in the society. (Representational/Santosh Kumar/ HT Photo)

Speaking to ANI, Vishwa Hindu Parishad Coordinator Harsh Singh alleged that around 40 to 50 goats were brought inside the premises. The VHP coordinator added that the goats' presence causes many difficulties, including breathing problems, for senior citizens.