Policeman & BJP Leader Slap Each Other Amid Argument in K’taka, Video Emerges
A shocking video has surfaced, showing an 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 the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, where the policeman, identified as Gadilingappa, went to disperse a group that had gathered around midnight on Friday.
According to reports, the group had assembled in the area, allegedly to protest against the government’s policies. Gadilingappa, who was on duty, was sent to disperse the crowd. However, things took a turn for the worse when Hanumanta Gowda, a local BJP leader, allegedly abused the policeman.
The policeman, Gadilingappa, was reportedly taken aback by Gowda’s abusive language and decided to take action. In a move that has sparked outrage and debate, Gadilingappa slapped Gowda in response. The BJP leader, however, did not take the blow lying down and retaliated by slapping the policeman as well.
The entire altercation was captured on camera, with the video showing the two men slapping each other repeatedly. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with many questioning the behavior of both the policeman and the BJP leader.
The video has been widely shared on social media, with many people expressing shock and disbelief at the events that unfolded. “Unbelievable! A policeman and a political leader, both supposed to be upholders of law and order, engaging in a physical brawl in public. What kind of example are they setting?” wrote one social media user.
Others have criticized Gadilingappa for resorting to violence, saying that as a policeman, he should have known better. “A policeman’s duty is to maintain law and order, not to take the law into his own hands. Gadilingappa should be held accountable for his actions,” wrote another social media user.
Meanwhile, the BJP has defended Gowda, saying that he was provoked by Gadilingappa’s actions. “Gowda was simply reacting to the policeman’s aggression. He was not the aggressor in this situation,” said a BJP spokesperson.
The incident has also sparked concerns about the increasing intolerance and lack of civility in public life. “This is a worrying trend, where public figures and those in positions of authority are resorting to violence and abuse. It’s time for us to take a stand and demand better from our leaders,” wrote a social media user.
The Karnataka Police Department has launched an investigation into the incident, with Gadilingappa facing internal disciplinary action. Gowda, meanwhile, has been booked for abusing a public servant.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for civility and respect in public life. As a society, we must strive to uphold the values of non-violence and peaceful conflict resolution. The actions of Gadilingappa and Gowda are a setback for these values, and we must work together to ensure that such incidents do not happen again.
