Police Inspector altered procession’s route in Nagamangala despite warnings from govt: K’taka HM
Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara affirmed the state government’s commitment to upholding law and order following the recent communal riots in Nagamangala, Mandya district. Speaking to reporters outside his residence in Sadashiva Nagar, Bengaluru, Parameshwara emphasized that his ministry is performing its duties effectively, stating that he does not require validation from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Addressing the Nagamangala riots, the Home Minister condemned any attempts by communities to create unrest under the guise of religious celebrations. "No community is permitted to cause havoc during religious events, and legal action will be taken against those violating restrictions," Parameshwara remarked.
He confirmed that Nagamangala Police Inspector Ashok Kumar has been suspended for failing to adhere to his responsibilities. The authorities had designated a specific route for the Ganesha procession, but Inspector Kumar reportedly altered the route despite clear warnings from the state government. The minister highlighted that the government had explicitly warned the inspector that he would be held accountable for any disruptions during the procession.
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Dr. Parameshwara also informed the media that an ongoing investigation is examining the potential involvement of the Mandya Deputy Superintendent of Police in the riots. He stated that a report on the incident is expected soon, and further actions will be taken based on the findings.
When asked about criticism from the Opposition regarding the government’s handling of the situation, Parameshwara dismissed the claims. He maintained that the government neither favors nor discriminates against any community. "If people misinterpret or distort the state government’s stance, we will not be swayed by such objections," he added.
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UP: Misled by GPS navigation, car falls into river from partially constructed bridge, 3 dead
Bareilly (UP), Nov 24: Three people died when their car fell into the Ramganga river from a partially constructed bridge here on Sunday, police said, adding that they suspect the driver was misled by its navigation system into taking the unsafe route.
The accident occurred around 10 am on the Khalpur-Dataganj road when the victims were travelling from Bareilly to Dataganj in the Badaun district, they said.
"Earlier this year, floods had caused the front portion of the bridge to collapse into the river, but this change had not been updated in the system," Circle Officer Ashutosh Shivam said.
The driver was using a navigation system and did not realise that the bridge was unsafe, driving the car off the damaged section, the police said.
There were no safety barriers or warning signs on the approach to the damaged bridge, leading to the fatal accident, Shivam said.
Upon receiving information, police teams from Faridpur, Bareilly and Dataganj police station rushed to the spot. They recovered the vehicle and the bodies from the river, Shivam added.
The circle officer said that bodies had been sent for post-mortem. Further investigation into the matter is underway.
— Bareilly Police (@bareillypolice) November 24, 2024
