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Pratap Simha booked; Ashoka cites his 25 cases
Hindustan Times··5d ago
Former BJP MP Pratap Simha was booked over remarks he allegedly made during a Ganesh immersion procession in T Narasipura, police said on Sunday. Mysuru SP Mallikarjuna Baladandi said the Saturday case covers assault on a public servant, rioting and promoting enmity. Several others were also booked. Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka said Simha already has 25 cases.
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What It Means For You
- The dispute began over the procession route and remarks attributed to Inspector Dhananjay.
- Simha spoke near a mosque and referred to the inspector's earlier comments, police said.
- Opposition leaders gave opposing readings of whether the case would deter him.
What's Happening
- Police said the case also covers circulating information that could cause public alarm.
- Simha alleged a troublesome inspector caused the confrontation while expressing respect for police.
- KPCC spokesperson M Lakshman said Simha had abused the police and that no one is above the law.
What Opposition Leaders Said
- Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka said Simha already has 25 cases.
- Ashoka said this was just one more and that Simha would not be scared.
- The procession took place in T Narasipura in Mysuru district.
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