Mysuru Library Allegedly Set On Fire, Social Media Crowdfunds To Rebuild
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Following the incident, Mr Issaq filed a complaint with the police, alleging the fire may have been set by those who are against the Kannada language.
A public library maintained by a 62-year-old wage labourer in Mysuru was allegedly set on fire by unknown people on Friday. The library, run by Syed Issaq, had over 11,000 books, mostly in Kannada. "This public library had at least 11,000 books and has been functional since 2011. There were books and papers of all religions. Everything has been burnt down and destroyed," Mr Issaq told NDTV. Following the incident, Mr Issaq filed a complaint with the police, alleging the fire may have been set by those who are against the Kannada language.More Related News