KANAKAGIRI
Former MLA Basavaraj Dadesuguru has alleged that the police department failed to protect the public and has not registered an FIR in a case linked to the death of Basavaraj Reddy.
Reddy reportedly died by suicide after an assault connected to a land encroachment dispute in the town, according to his statement to reporters.
Dadesuguru claimed that Minister Shivaraj Thangadgi had been pressuring police for three days not to register the case. He said officials were hesitant because of the alleged political pressure, and accused the police of failing to provide proper security to people in Kanakagiri. He demanded immediate action under the law and justice for Reddy’s family without delay.
Dadesuguru said the Bilekudari family had met Minister Thangadgi and alleged that this meeting was being used to push the matter toward closure. He urged authorities to examine the complaint and take action according to legal procedures. He said the issue would be raised during the Assembly session and brought to the attention of BJP leaders.
BJP state executive member Basavaraj Cavatar said Reddy’s death showed police negligence. He said he would inform senior party leaders and asked BJP legislators to discuss the matter in the House. The allegations have increased demands for an investigation, accountability and justice for Reddy’s family. Authorities are expected to respond.
Basavaraj Reddy’s final yatra passes under tight security
The final procession of Basavaraj Reddy Madinal, who died by suicide following a dispute over alleged land encroachment, was held under heavy security on Monday. More than 600 police personnel were deployed to prevent any untoward incidents. Thousands of people joined the procession from the town’s fifth ward to the crematorium. Barricades were placed along the main road, while separate routes were arranged for participants and those carrying the body. Senior police officers remained at the spot to monitor the situation. Family members and BJP leaders raised slogans demanding the accused be arrested and justice be delivered. Public anger remained visible despite tight security.