The Ambedkar statue at Valmiki Nagar Community Hall, East Marredpally, seen installed on April 8 (top) and removed (bottom), sparking protests by residents.
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A controversy has erupted in the Secunderabad Cantonment area following the alleged removal of a statue of Dr. B..R. Ambedkar by Cantonment and police authorities, citing lack of permission. The statue had been installed outside a community hall in Valmiki Nagar, East Marredpally, triggering protests from local residents.
According to residents, the statue was erected on April 8 on a constructed base, with the intention of subsequently obtaining formal approval from authorities.
Published – April 11, 2026 01:23 pm IST
