12 arrested after group clash

Following a clash between Dalits and caste Hindus in Mainahalli village in Koppal district, the police have arrested around 12 people.

According to an FIR based on a complaint by Basavaraj, a group of caste Hindus allegedly assaulted Dalits and also misbehaved with women who tried to prevent the clash.

The incident occurred on Wednesday night. According to Mr. Basavaraj, a wordy duel ensued between a caste Hindu youth and a Dalit youth during the annual fair in the village. Village elders intervened and prevented the situation from getting out of control. Later, a group of youths assaulted a few Dalits and verbally abused them, he said.

The Alwandi Police, who have registered a case, are investigating.