Protests in Pune, Nashik after Anna's arrest

Pune: Supporters of Anna Hazare gathered at a square in Pune to condemn the police action and his detention in Delhi on Tuesday morning.

Carrying placards, scores of people raised slogans at Balgandharva square, supporting Hazare's anti-corruption campaign and condemning the government for 'anti-democratic' measures.

The protesters took out a morcha through the streets before staging a noisy protest demonstration, in which, many youths and social activists participated.

Meanwhile, activists of 'Nashik District Bhrashtachar Virodi Andolan', also took out a rally through the main streets of the city protesting against the police action.

Wearing Gandhi-caps, written with 'Mi Anna Hazare' (I Am Anna Hazare) and shouting anti-UPA slogans, hundreds of people, including senior citizens, freedom fighters, youths, participated in the rally.