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Karnataka Politics: Mysuru Dasara Protocol Row Sparks BJP-Congress Faceoff

A political controversy has erupted in Karnataka over the Mysuru Dasara celebrations after police personnel stopped cabinet ministers from entering a ritual arena. The Bharatiya Janata Party targeted the state government, alleging that ministers from the Dalit community were deliberately barred and disrespected during the event. However, the ruling dispensation cited standard police protocol for the ritual. A video circulated showing police officers holding back ministers while other leaders proceeded to the ceremonial puja. State authorities subsequently intervened to allow the ministers inside, even as the opposition questioned whether the move was deliberate discrimination or adherence to security guidelines.

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Karnataka Politics: Mysuru Dasara Protocol Row Sparks BJP-Congress Faceoff

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