Karnataka BJP MLA’s daughter allegedly slaps woman SI at Mandya temple; probe on
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How it spread - 3 original reports
Fri, 14 August 2026
1 report- Times of India19:23first to report
Tue, 25 August 2026
2 reports- Times of India03:13
CCTV footage shows an altercation between an MLA's daughter and a police sub-inspector. The incident occurred at a temple during celebrations and involved a dispute over temple entry. The daughter allegedly slapped the officer, who then retaliated, leading to intervention by others. Police registered an FIR against the daughter for assaulting a public servant. The MLA apologized for his daughter's conduct and called for a departmental inquiry.
- Times of India04:18
A purported video of MLA Jairam Mahto using abusive language has gone viral. The incident reportedly followed a dispute and escalated at the police station. Police sources claim the conversation was recorded by the station officer. An FIR has been registered against the MLA and nine others. The police are yet to confirm the video's authenticity.