Policeman & BJP Leader Slap Each Other Amid Argument in K’taka, Video Emerges
In a shocking incident that has left many stunned, a 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 fight broke out after the policeman, identified as Gadilingappa, went to disperse a group that gathered in Chitradurga district around midnight on Friday.
According to reports, Gadilingappa had gone to the spot to disperse a gathering of people, but things took a turn for the worse when BJP leader Hanumanta Gowda allegedly abused him. The policeman, feeling disrespected, slapped Gowda, leading to a heated exchange between the two.
The video, which has gone viral on social media, shows Gadilingappa and Gowda standing face-to-face, shouting at each other and eventually slapping each other. The argument appears to have been intense, with both men seemingly not backing down from each other.
The incident is said to have taken place in the early hours of Saturday morning in Chitradurga district, which is located about 200 kilometers northwest of Bengaluru. The reason behind the argument is still unclear, but it is reported that Gowda had gathered a group of people at the spot, which prompted Gadilingappa to intervene.
Gowda, a local BJP leader, has been involved in several controversies in the past, and this latest incident has sparked outrage among many, with many calling for his arrest and punishment.
The Karnataka Police have launched an investigation into the matter and have registered a case against Gowda under section 353 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which deals with the punishment for assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty.
The incident has also sparked a debate about the role of politicians and their behavior towards law enforcement officials. Many have criticized Gowda’s actions, saying that he should have respected the policeman’s authority and not resorted to violence.
The Karnataka Police have also come under fire for not taking immediate action against Gowda, with many calling for stricter punishment for those who assault or harass law enforcement officials.
In a statement, the Karnataka Police said that they are taking the incident seriously and are investigating further. “We are investigating the matter and will take appropriate action against those involved,” said a police spokesperson.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the state, with many calling for a change in the way politicians behave. “This is a clear example of how politicians can get away with anything, just because they are politicians,” said a local resident. “It’s high time we took a stand against such behavior and ensured that those who assault or harass law enforcement officials are punished severely.”
As the investigation continues, the people of Karnataka are left wondering what led to the altercation and what the consequences will be for those involved. One thing is clear, however – the incident has sparked a much-needed conversation about the need for respect and discipline among politicians and law enforcement officials.
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