No lathi charge near Charminar, clarifies Commissioner Anand

HYDERABAD: Hyderabad police commissioner CV Anand denied rumours of a lathi charge near Charminar during Milad-un-Nabi celebrations.

He clarified that the chaos was caused by a fire from a short circuit in a DJ van, which spread to a nearby diesel tank, leading to a sudden blaze. The fire was swiftly brought under control, and no lathi charge took place, contrary to circulating rumours.

Anand urged the public not to believe false reports, emphasising that the situation was managed without force. The police have ensured safety measures are in place for ongoing celebrations.