Explorer

Karnataka: 'Initial Reports Indicate At SDPI & PFI Links', Union Minister Pralhad Joshi On BJP Yuva Morcha Worker's Murder

While condemning the act, Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai condoles Praveen's death

Tension prevailed in Sullia in Dakshina Kannada after the BJP Yuva Morcha worker Praveen Nettaru has been hacked to death with lethal weapons by three assailants, who came on bike and attacked him. The BJP worker was attacked while he was closing his chicken shop on Tuesday evening. BJP supporters staged protests over the death of Praveen.

Meanwhile, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday said that initial reports suggest that the SDPI and PFI have links with Praveen's death. the minister further said that these groups are being encouraged in Kerala and in Karnataka, they are motivated by the Congress.

"Initial reports & some media reports indicate at SDPI and PFI links. They're being encouraged in Kerala. In Karnataka, Congress encouraging them. Our government in Karnataka will take action and bring culprits to book," Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said, as quoted by news agency ANI.

Also read | Karnataka: Mysuru Kickboxer Dies After Injury At Bengaluru Event, Organisers Booked For Negligence

While condemning the act, Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai condoles Praveen's death, writes on his Twitter, "The barbaric killing of our party activist Praveen Nettaru from Dakshina Kannada district Sullia is condemnable. The perpetrators of such heinous acts will be arrested soon and punished under the law. May Praveen's soul rest in peace, and may God bless his family with the strength to bear this pain. Om Shanthi," Bommai tweeted.

The Hindu groups are planning to call for a bandh in Sullia, Puttur and Kadaba taluks of the Karnataka-Kerala border districts.

Top Headlines

Around 40 Dead After Fire Breaks Out At Swiss Ski Resort, Dozens Seriously Injured
Around 40 Dead After Fire Breaks Out At Swiss Ski Resort, Dozens Seriously Injured
‘She Was Waiting For An Auto’: Sister Recounts Night Before Faridabad Gang Rape
‘She Was Waiting For An Auto’: Sister Recounts Night Before Faridabad Gang Rape
Another Hindu Man Lynched, Set On Fire In Bangladesh: Reports
Another Hindu Man Lynched, Set On Fire In Bangladesh: Reports
India, Pakistan Exchange Nuclear Installations List For 35th Straight Year
India, Pakistan Exchange Nuclear Installations List For 35th Straight Year

Videos

Astrology Forecast 2026: Astrology Forecast Flags Health, Power Challenges for Trump in 2026s
Breaking News: Indore Water Contamination Tragedy, Seven Dead, Minister’s Remarks Spark Outrage
Breaking: Row Over SRK Buying Bangladeshi Player Amid Hindu Rights Anger
New Year 2026: India Welcomes New Year 2026 with Celebrations, Sunrise Rituals and Devotion
Bengal Assembly: Amit Shah Gives BJP Leaders Winning Mantra for Bengal 2026 Elections

Photo Gallery

25°C
New Delhi
Rain: 100mm
Humidity: 97%
Wind: WNW 47km/h
See Today's Weather
powered by
Accu Weather
Embed widget