According to reports from Public TV, a confrontation broke out between supporters of two local BJP factions in Tumakuru, Karnataka, during a booth-level campaign event. The incident occurred in Chelluru, Gubbi taluk, in the presence of Karnataka BJP President B. Y. Vijayendra.
The altercation reportedly began between supporters of local party members identified as Gas Babu and Dileep Kumar. Witnesses stated that the tension escalated when Gas Babu failed to mention Dileep Kumar's name during his speech at the event. Dileep Kumar, who had previously contested and lost in the local elections, saw his supporters engage in a heated argument with the opposing faction.
B. Y. Vijayendra intervened to de-escalate the situation as the verbal dispute between the two groups intensified on the platform. The incident highlights ongoing internal friction within the local party unit as it prepares for upcoming electoral activities. No injuries were reported, and the event continued following the intervention of party leadership.
The report originates from a recognized regional media outlet and describes a localized political incident involving a named political figure. While the event is not corroborated by international wires, it is consistent with standard reporting on local political friction during campaign events in India.
No corroborating trusted sources found.
Original report: Public TV