Physical clashes between Brahmin Mahasangh and Sambhaji brigade were witnessed in Pune on March 7. (Picture for Representation)

Pune today witnessed clashes between the supporters of Brahman Mahasangh and Sambhaji Brigade.

Violence erupted after members of the Brahman Mahasangh organised an event to commemorate the death anniversary of Brahmin Guru Dadojee Khondev today. The event was held at the premises of Pune Muncipal Corporation.

Moments after the Mahasangh left, supporters of Sambhaji vandalised the premises.

Sambhaji Brigade's Prashant Dhumal alleged that installation of Dadojee Khonde's photo frame was done without any permission from Pune Municipal Corporation and for this he demanded a police case to be filed against Brahman Mahasangh.

He also said that strict action should be taken against the security guards of PMC.

Prashant Dhumal also alleged that Brahman Mahasangh had installed and worshipped Dadojee Khonde's photo inside PMC premises because the city Mayor Mukta Tilak is a BJP leader.

Anand Dave, the president of Brahman Mahasangh said that their intention of worshiping Dadojee Khondey's statue inside PMC premises was an attempt to remind the BJP leaders in power about their promise to re-install Dadojee Khonde's statute at some public place in the city.



On the other hand Sambhaji Brigade walked into the mayor's cabin and demanded action against Brahman Mahasangh for putting up the photograph of Dadojee Khondev inside PMC premises.

Mayor Mukta Tilak told India Today that every citizen has the fundamental right to worship and express, but installing any person/leader/gurus photos or statue inside the PMC corporation without proper permission is violation of rules.

Mayor Mukta Tilak said that an inquiry has been initiated and serious action will be taken.