Mysore/Mysuru, Aug. 19 -- SP Vishnuvardhana appeals community leaders

Superintendent of Police (SP) N. Vishnuvardhana has appealed Hindu and Muslim community leaders to celebrate Ganesha festival and Eid Milad with harmony and not to give way for any untoward incidents.

Addressing a peace meeting of community leaders of Mysuru district at his office here yesterday, the SP said that the Ganesha festival is scheduled to be held on Aug. 27 and Eid Milad on Sept. 5 and all the communities should follow the rules laid out by the Government.

Stating that it is mandatory to get prior permission from the jurisdictional Police Stations and other concerned Departments for the installation of idols at public spaces, the SP cautioned against force...