Attack on TP chief; Tension in K'taka town

Hubli, Nov 27 (UNI) Tension prevailed for some time in Shirhatti town of Gadag district following an attack on the town panchayat president by people belonging to a particular community, today.

Police resorted to mild lathicharge to disperse the mob that attacked TP President Humayun Magadi, causing him minor injuries.

The trouble started when Mr Magadi allegedly assaulted two youth belonging to the community and in retaliation members of the community attacked him. Situation in the town was tense following closure of shops, apprehending trouble.

Additional police forces were deployed in the town and the situation was said to be peaceful and under control, police said.

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