Intruder detained after security breach in Bengaluru, investigation underway

The police officials and security personnel at the Parade Ground detained the man and are currently investigating the motive behind his entry

Man tries to illegally enter Parade Ground during the motorcycle stunt to disrupt it. He said he was upset with the State government during Republic Day celebration in Bengaluru on Friday | Photo Credit: The Hindu

During the Republic Day celebrations at Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground in Bengaluru, a man, identified as Parashuram, attempted to illegally enter the ground to disrupt the motorcycle display.

Police officials and security personnel detained him and are currently investigating the motive behind his entry to the ground.

“The person jumped off from the media box designated for journalists during the event. The investigation is in progress,” a senior police official said.

According to people present in the gallery, the man reportedly threw placards on the ground. Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot hoisted the flag and addressed the gathering minutes before this incident.

The police said the man is a native of Mysuru. He had recorded himself on video expressing dissatisfaction with the government, claiming to have not got justice from the Karnataka Public Service Commission. He stated his intention to meet with the Chief Minister to address his concerns, the police added.

WATCH: During the #RepublicDay celebrations at Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground in #Bengaluru today, a man, identified as Parashuram, attempted to illegally enter the Parade Ground to disrupt the event.@the_hindu@THBengalurupic.twitter.com/rFoZKKd4ol

— Darshan Devaiah B P (@DarshanDevaiahB) January 26, 2024

A man tried to illegally enter and disrupt the #RepublicDay2024 motorcycle display at the Manekshaw Parade Ground in #Bengaluru on January 26. He said he was upset with the State government.
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