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Tension prevailed in parts of Karnataka after a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was allegedly defaced by unidentified miscreants in Haveri. The incident occurred overnight at the prominent Gandhi Circle, a well-known landmark in the city. According to initial reports, the 2-foot statue, which was installed atop an 8-foot pedestal, was found damaged early in the morning by locals.The act of vandalism sparked concern among residents, who gathered at the spot demanding swift action against those responsible. Authorities promptly removed the damaged statue from the site and shifted it to the local police station for further examination. Earlier, in a separate incident, a statue of BR Ambedkar was vandalised and defaced at Ambedkar Park in Srinagar in Uttarakhand's Garhwal in March, according to police officials. Following the incident, there was widespread anger among the public. Consequently, people associated with various organisations lodged a complaint at Srinagar Kotwali, demanding strict action. Speaking to ANI, Deputy Superintendent of Police Anuj Kumar said that a complaint was submitted by the Bhim Army, after which the police immediately reached the spot and cleaned the statue.

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National :Karnataka: Mahatma Gandhi Statue Defaced at Gandhi Circle in Haveri, Police Launch Probe

Tension prevailed in parts of Karnataka after a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was allegedly defaced by unidentified miscreants in ... ...