Tensions were reported in Mumbai’s Mira Road area ahead of Bakrid after a dispute broke out over goats allegedly being kept inside a residential housing complex for sacrifice.

The incident took place at Srishti Complex in Poonam Cluster-1 near Mira Road, where some residents and members of Hindu organisations objected to a temporary shed reportedly built to house sacrificial goats within the society premises.

Following objections during the day, the temporary structure was reportedly removed by the authorities. However, the situation escalated later after members of the Muslim community allegedly gathered in protest, and a complaint was lodged at the Kashimira police station.

Police personnel were deployed in the area to prevent further escalation and maintain law and order. Despite police intervention, tensions reportedly flared again late at night, leading to a scuffle between groups at the site.

According to reports, residents cited Bombay High Court directives that restrict animal sacrifice in residential areas without prior permission. The dispute reportedly centred on whether goats could be kept inside the housing society ahead of Eid al-Adha.

Authorities intervened to defuse the situation, and police continued to monitor the area to prevent any further disturbance.