Bengaluru: Clash erupts during holi celebrations in Lal Bagh, video goes viral

Bengaluru’s Lal Bagh became the center of controversy on March 14 as a Holi celebration turned into a chaotic scene. Reports suggest that a fight broke out between two groups of young men and women during the festivities. While the exact reason for the altercation remains unclear, videos capturing the commotion and the arrival of security personnel have since gone viral.

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According to sources, hundreds of people had gathered in the botanical garden to celebrate the festival of colors. However, questions are now being raised about how such an event was permitted inside Lal Bagh, a heritage site known for its rich biodiversity.

Upon being alerted, Lal Bagh staff and local security rushed to the scene to control the situation and disperse the crowd. Authorities managed to restore order, but the incident has sparked outrage among environmentalists and conservationists. Critics argue that Holi celebrations in the garden could damage plants and disrupt the delicate ecological balance of the area.

I saw this on Instagram. This is lalbagh Bengaluru, @BlrCityPolice@CPBlr@DrParameshwara who gave these hooligans permission to play Holi in lalbagh?
Why was this rowdyism allowed in the name of Holi.
Disgusting. pic.twitter.com/W3WriUvo35

— Lavanya Ballal Jain (@LavanyaBallal)

I saw this on Instagram. This is lalbagh Bengaluru, @BlrCityPolice@CPBlr@DrParameshwara who gave these hooligans permission to play Holi in lalbagh?
Why was this rowdyism allowed in the name of Holi.
Disgusting. pic.twitter.com/W3WriUvo35

— Lavanya Ballal Jain official (@LavanyaBallal) March 16, 2025

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Many are questioning whether permission was granted for such an event and who was responsible for ensuring the garden's protection. The incident has reignited discussions on maintaining the sanctity of Lal Bagh and preventing activities that could harm its flora. Officials have yet to issue a statement regarding the incident or potential actions against those involved.