In Mumbai, the quietest voices are suddenly being raised and everyone’s sitting up and taking note. The usually peace-loving Jains have now become the loudest voices in the city, thanks to pigeons.

A week ago, in Dadar, the community, known for its non-violent nature, took to the streets warning opponents and hinting at confrontation with protest rallies and fiery speeches. As the community flexes its muscle to make its voice heard, in Mumbai, the community’s serene image has cracked.

The protest is not seen as just a parade for faith. Many believe the demonstration was as political as it is cultural. Even leaders like Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) have hinted that it was much about flexing political muscle as it was about faith.