Prohibitory orders reportedly imposed in Karnataka’s Shivamogga after the killing of a 26-year-old Bajrang Dal activist Harsha. Shivamogga deputy commissioner Selvamani R said that Section 144 of the CrPC has been imposed in the area.
Home minister Araga Jnanendra said that schools and colleges in the city limits will remain shut for two days as a precautionary measure. The minister met the family members of the victim and promised of swift action in the act.
He also said, “We have already got a clue, but I cannot share much as the investigation is underway. The satisfactory part is that we know who did it and they will be apprehended soon. There were around four-five people. We will give a stern message through this case.”
Violent protests were seen in several places across the state among youth belonging to right wing fringe outfits and those extending their support to Muslim girls demanding their right to wear the headscarf.
