Hyderabad: Youngsters booked for display of weapons in public

Police said a joint celebration was organized in view of the birthdays of Sai Ram and Arjun, from Mangar Basti area, by their friends.

Hyderabad: The Habeebnagar police booked a group of youngsters for allegedly dancing with swords and daggers during a birthday celebration, by gathering in large numbers during the lockdown hours. The incident which occurred on Wednesday came to light on Friday, after a video clip went viral on social media.

Police said a joint celebration was organized in view of the birthdays of Sai Ram and Arjun, from Mangar Basti area, by their friends.

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“The birthday celebrations were organized, defying the pandemic rules and lockdown guidelines. During the party, the duo along with their followers danced while displaying weapons in public,” said an official.

A case under sections of the Indian Arms Act and Epidemic Act was booked and being investigated.

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