On May 12, 2026, Kadapa city in Andhra Pradesh, India, celebrated Hanuman Jayanti amidst efforts to restore communal harmony following clashes on May 9. The violence erupted over the naming of a city circle after a leader from one community. In a display of unity, members of the Muslim community offered buttermilk to Hindu devotees participating in the procession. District Collector Sridhar Cherukuri and Superintendent of Police Nachiket Vishwanath Shelke facilitated discussions between the two communities, helping to resolve tensions. Kadapa MLA R. Madhavi Reddy attributed the unrest to anti-social elements, emphasizing the city's history of religious coexistence. To prevent further violence, police were deployed heavily, and suspected troublemakers were detained prior to the celebrations, ensuring a peaceful event.