Akshay Shinde, accused in the Badlapur sexual assault case, was buried at the Shantinagar crematorium in Ulhasnagar, Thane district amid heavy police presence due to widespread protests. Shinde was shot dead on September 23 while being transported from Taloja Jail after he allegedly snatched a policeman's firearm and fired, injuring the officer. His burial was delayed due to opposition from local residents and political groups like the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena and Shiv Sena, who objected due to the serious nature of the charges against him. Shinde was arrested on August 17 for allegedly sexually assaulting two minor girls. His family has sought police protection, citing threats and alleging a conspiracy behind his death. Despite a high court order to proceed with the burial, protests continued, reflecting the community's strong sentiments against the accused.