A youth allegedly stabbed a constable on security duty during Ganesh idol immersion procession in Parigi on Friday. (Photo: X)

Hyderabad: Tension prevailed during a Ganesh immersion procession in Parigi town of Vikarabad district after a youth allegedly stabbed a constable on security duty on the night of September 25.

The injured constable, Narsimhulu, was reportedly trying to control a clash between two groups of youths when the accused, identified as Tarun, allegedly attacked him with a knife, stabbing him in the chest.

Narsimhulu suffered serious injuries and was initially shifted to the Parigi Government Hospital by fellow police personnel. As his condition turned critical due to severe blood loss, he was later shifted to Hyderabad for advanced treatment.

Police took Tarun into custody and launched an investigation into the incident.


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