Hindus comprise 86.81% and Muslims 12.72%.

During the occasion of Urs, a crowd gathers at the shrine comprising both Hindu and Muslims.

Predominantly a Hindu-dominated area, the town also comprises Muslims, Jains, Christians constitute the remaining population.

The largest demonstration comprised mainly Muslims, there was also a separate demonstration mainly made up of communists.

"I wouldn't be surprised years from now to see a fundamentalist front comprising Muslims, Christians and Jews united over things like drugs, pornography, abortion and other issues."

The town comprises Christians and Muslims with both groups interacting well during the celebration of religious observances and holidays.

Nearly 25% of population in Beed comprises Muslims.

Another 5% of the population follow indigenous beliefs and the final 2% comprises Muslims, Bahá'í Faith, and other beliefs.

During the occasion of Urs, Crowd gathers at shrine comprises both Hindu and Muslims.

The explanation of the commissioner of police that the aggressive and violent mobs in the initial stages comprised Muslims and therefore, Muslim casualties were higher.