Hyderabad Temple Tensions Ease as Police Blame Cat for Meat Incident

Hyderabad – A day of protests and rising tensions over a piece of meat found inside a Hanuman temple in Hyderabad’s Tappachabutra ended with an unexpected twist. Police investigations have concluded that a stray cat was responsible for bringing the meat into the temple premises.

Discovery Sparks Outrage

On the morning of Wednesday, February 11, temple authorities discovered a 250-gram piece of meat inside the Lord Shiva Temple, located within the Sankata Vimochana Hanuman Temple premises near Madina Hotel, Natraj Nagar. The head priest promptly informed the police, and as news spread, large crowds began to gather at the temple.

Political activists, particularly members of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), took up the issue, demanding a thorough investigation and action against those responsible. The situation escalated as right-wing groups staged protests, forcing shop closures in the surrounding area.

Police Investigation and CCTV Footage

With rising tensions, the Hyderabad police swiftly deployed additional forces to the scene. Senior officials, including Additional Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Vikram Singh Mann, inspected the temple premises and initiated a detailed investigation.

While the temple lacked CCTV cameras, investigators examined footage from nearby surveillance systems. A north-facing camera captured a cat carrying a piece of meat into the temple, leading authorities to conclude that the animal was responsible for the incident.

Community Reaction and Resolution

Despite the initial outrage, the police’s findings have helped de-escalate tensions. Authorities continue to monitor the area to ensure peace, and they have urged the public to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary panic over such incidents.

The incident highlights the potential for misinformation to cause unrest, reinforcing the importance of thorough investigations before drawing conclusions.