Political Supporters’ Clash In Karnataka Leaves One Dead

Tension flared in Karnataka’s Ballari after a man died in clashes over banner installation ahead of a Valmiki statue unveiling. Supporters of KRPP MLA Janardhana Reddy and Congress MLA Bharath Reddy clashed, stones were hurled and gunshots heard. Police imposed restrictions and dispersed crowds near Reddy’s house after violent political confrontation.