Chhuria Police initiate action under BNSS provisions over a dispute that arose after women objected to an alleged attempt to remove the temple’s brass kalash; the individual was produced before the Tehsildar’s Court.
Published on: October 13, 2026
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
Chhuria Police have taken preventive action against a man accused of triggering a dispute and creating a potential law-and-order situation during an incident involving an attempt to remove a brass kalash from a Shiva temple. The action comes as Rajnandgaon Police intensify efforts to maintain peace and public order during the Navratri festival.
According to information provided by the police, the incident occurred on October 13, 2026, at a Shiva temple situated along the pond behind the old police station building in Chhuria.
Women Object to Attempt to Remove Temple Kalash
Police said a dispute arose when an attempt was allegedly made to remove the brass kalash installed at the Shiva temple. Women present at the location objected to the attempt, following which an argument broke out.
The situation raised concerns about the possibility of disturbance and unrest in the area. To prevent any further escalation and maintain public peace, Chhuria Police initiated preventive proceedings against the person allegedly involved.
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Action Taken Under BNSS Provisions
The person identified in the police information is Pradeep Korram, 38, son of Ramesar Korram, a resident of Satin Koliari under Gaindatola Police Station in Rajnandgaon district.
Police initiated action against him under Sections 170, 126 and 135(3) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Following the proceedings, he was produced before the Tehsildar’s Court in Chhuria.
Action Under Senior Police Officers’ Direction
The preventive action was carried out under the direction of Rajnandgaon Superintendent of Police Ankita Sharma, with guidance from Additional Superintendent of Police Kirti Rathore and supervision by SDOP Kesari Nandan Nayak.
Police said efforts to maintain peace and law and order during the Navratri festival are continuing, with action being taken against individuals considered likely to disturb public tranquillity.
