Karnataka's Shivamogga Tense After Bajrang Dal Member Killed, Schools Shut

After incidents of arson in Shivamogga, police have been deployed in large numbers and the administration has restricted public gatherings.

There is tension in Karnataka's Shivamogga after a 26-year-old member of right-wing outfit Bajrang Dal was stabbed to death last night.

After incidents of arson, police have been deployed in large numbers and the administration has restricted public gatherings. Schools and colleges in the district will remain shut for now.

A police officer NDTV spoke to has denied reports that the killing of Harsha, who worked as a tailor, is linked to the ongoing controversy over students wearing hijab on campus.

A case has been registered at Doddapete police station in Shivamogga district.