In Karnataka Murder, All Angles Including Hijab Row Being Probed: Minister
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Karnataka: Violence and arson broke out when Harsha's body was being taken for last rites in a procession. Over 5,000 people had joined the 8-km funeral procession.
After violence in Karnataka's Shivamogga over the killing of a member of the right-wing Bajrang Dal, the state government appears to blame the local administration for the decision to allow his funeral procession, during which violence erupted in the city.
Three persons have been arrested over the murder of 26-year-old Harsha, who was stabbed on Sunday night by a group that reportedly came in a car.
Violence and arson broke out when Harsha's body was being taken for last rites in a procession. Over 5,000 people had joined the 8-km funeral procession. Cars were set on fire and stone-pelting was reported. At least three persons, including a photo journalist and a policewoman, were injured. Several two-wheelers were either damaged or burnt.
The police had to fire teargas shells and use lathis to control the crowds.
