Mumbai, May 26 -- Clashes broke out in Mira Road's Poonam Cluster Society after residents protested against the presence of goats brought inside the premises for sacrifice ahead of Eid Al-Adha, prompting heavy police deployment to restore order in the area.

Tensions escalated outside the housing society, with allegations and counter-allegations between two groups, leading to a confrontation that turned violent.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kirit Somaiya alleged that attempts were being made to create an atmosphere of fear in Hindu-majority areas.

He also said authorities have been acting to remove the goats and prevent such incidents, while stressing that designated spaces must be used for religious practices.

Speaking to the r...