Policeman & BJP leader slap each other amid argument in K’taka, video emerges
A shocking video has surfaced, showing a heated altercation between a Karnataka Police Sub-Inspector and a BJP leader, where the two men are seen slapping each other. The incident took place in Chitradurga district, Karnataka, around midnight on Friday, and has sparked widespread outrage and surprise.
According to reports, the policeman, identified as Gadilingappa, went to disperse a group that had gathered in the area. However, the situation took a turn for the worse when the BJP leader, Hanumanta Gowda, allegedly abused Gadilingappa. The policeman, feeling disrespected, slapped Gowda, leading to a physical altercation between the two.
The video, which has gone viral on social media, shows Gadilingappa and Gowda standing on the road, engaged in a heated argument. The policeman can be seen slapping Gowda, who retaliates by slapping him back. The two men continue to exchange blows, with bystanders trying to intervene to stop the fight.
The incident has raised serious concerns about the lack of discipline and decorum among public figures, particularly politicians. It is unacceptable for a BJP leader, who is supposed to be a role model for the community, to engage in such behavior.
The police have launched an investigation into the incident, and Gadilingappa has been placed under suspension. Gowda, on the other hand, has been booked under Section 353 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which deals with assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of duty.
The incident has also sparked a debate about the role of politicians in society. Many have argued that politicians should be held to a higher standard of behavior, and that such incidents tarnish the image of the political class.
“This is a shocking incident, and it reflects poorly on the political class as a whole,” said a local resident. “Politicians are supposed to be role models, but this kind of behavior is unacceptable. We need to hold them accountable for their actions.”
The incident has also raised questions about the competence of the police force. Gadilingappa, who is a Sub-Inspector, was reportedly part of the team that was deployed to disperse the gathering. However, he seemed to lose control of the situation, leading to the altercation with Gowda.
“This is a clear case of police laxity,” said a police officer. “Gadilingappa should have exercised more restraint and tried to resolve the situation peacefully. Instead, he let his emotions get the better of him, and now we have a serious incident on our hands.”
The incident comes at a time when the relationship between the police and the political class is already under strain. There have been several incidents in recent months where police officers have been attacked or intimidated by politicians or their supporters.
The Karnataka government has promised to take strict action against those involved in the incident. “We take a serious view of this incident, and we will ensure that those responsible are brought to book,” said a government spokesperson. “We will also look into the larger issue of police-politician relations and see how we can improve things.”
As the investigation continues, the people of Karnataka are left to wonder how such an incident could have occurred in the first place. The video has sparked widespread outrage, and many are calling for greater accountability from public figures.
