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Bengaluru Police Bust Illegal Diwali Pool Party, Arrest Three
Bengaluru's Central Crime Branch conducted a raid on an unsanctioned Diwali celebration at a Marathahalli villa, leading to the arrest of three organisers. Police seized contraband including narcotics, alcohol, and prohibited hookah equipment from the venue.
LSN India ·
The Central Crime Branch of Bengaluru Police on Wednesday evening raided a residential property in Marathahalli where an illegal Diwali pool party was underway. The operation resulted in the apprehension of three individuals accused of organising the unlicensed gathering.
During the raid, police recovered a quantity of drugs, illicit liquor, and hookah paraphernalia that had been prohibited under local regulations. The seized materials have been documented and registered as evidence for further investigation.
The incident highlights ongoing enforcement efforts by city police to curtail unauthorised social gatherings, particularly during festival seasons. Authorities have intensified monitoring of residential areas and commercial establishments to ensure compliance with applicable laws governing public health and safety regulations.
The three arrested individuals have been booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Further details regarding their identities and the exact nature of contraband recovered are awaited as investigations continue.