The latest arrest comes amid increased police deployment in Kolhapur against the backdrop of multiple incidents of violence in Kolhapur and Ahmednagar over posting images of Tipu Sultan and Mughal ruler Aurangzeb on social media.
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The situation in Kolhapur city and district is peaceful, Kolhapur District Superintendent of Police Mahendra Pandit said. Internet services are expected to be restored on Thursday evening.
Various right-wing organisations had gathered at Chhatrapati Shivaji Chowk on Wednesday, seeking action against certain objectionable social media posts.