Rowdy sheeter celebrates birthday with Karnataka BJP MLA SR Vishwanath; video goes viral
A video showing a BJP MLA from Karnataka celebrating a birthday with a known rowdy sheeter has gone viral. Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the event.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the intersection of local politics and criminal elements in regional governance.
BENGALURU: A video of a city-based rowdy sheeter celebrating his birthday with Yelahanka BJP MLA SR Vishwanath has gone viral on social media, drawing attention to the event.The video purportedly shows the MLA felicitating Dasa alias "King Maker Dasa", a rowdy sheeter registered at the Chikkajala police station, during a birthday celebration held in Nelamangala on Saturday.The incident has sparked discussion online, particularly as Dasa has previously been at the centre of controversy. Last year, a police inspector from Bengaluru was suspended after participating in the rowdy sheeter's birthday celebrations.Police said they are collecting details about the latest incident and verifying the circumstances surrounding the event. Further action, if any, will be taken based on the findings.You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Bengaluru | Silver Rate in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru | Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Petrol Price in Bengaluru | Diesel Price in Bengaluru | CNG Price in Bengaluru | LPG Price in BengaluruStay updated with the latest Bengaluru news. Download the TOI App.
The article reports on a viral event and police response without editorializing the political implications.
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