Mysuru village tense after clash during Siddeshwara Swamy procession

The injured were identified as Anand, Bharath and Abhi, along with a child.

Mysuru: A dispute over bursting firecrackers during the procession of Sri Siddeshwara Swamy’s annual fair triggered a clash between two Dalit groups at Karya village in Nanjangud taluk, resulting in stone-pelting and injuries to three people, including a child.

The injured were identified as Anand, Bharath and Abhi, along with a child. They were taken to the community health centre at Tagadur for treatment. They reportedly returned home on Tuesday night after receiving medical attention.

The clash disrupted the religious proceedings, forcing the chariot procession of Sri Siddeshwara Swamy, which had arrived from the hill, to be stopped midway. The incident created tension in the village, with residents demanding that the Nanjangud tahsildar visit the spot.

A group of Dalit leaders warned that they would continue their protest until justice was delivered. Police personnel intervened and appealed to villagers to remain calm and avoid further confrontation. Security was tightened in the village as a precaution to prevent any fresh trouble.

Kavalande police station Inspector Basavaraju said the dispute had arisen over the bursting of firecrackers and that the situation had returned to normal.

“The injured persons received treatment and went home on Tuesday night. We have also counselled villagers not to engage in further clashes,” he said.