Bajrang Dal activist murder: Harsha was killed as he thought about Hindus, says his brother
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My brother only used to think about Hindus and that is what killed him, says the brother of Bajrang Dal worker Harsha.
Praveen, brother of Bajrang Dal worker Harsha, has said that his brother was killed as he "used to think about Hindus".
Speaking to news agency ANI, Praveen said, "My brother was an active member of the sangathan [group]. He only used to think about Hindus and that is what killed him. Last night we were informed that he has been admitted to a hospital. We want strict action to be taken against the culprits."
Bajrang Dal activist Harsha, 23, was stabbed to death in Shivamogga district of Karnataka on Sunday, February 20. Following the murder, a few incidents of arson and stone-pelting took place in Shivamogga. Bikes were torched and stones were pelted at houses and commercial establishments.
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Due to continued unrest, Section 144 was imposed in the region.
Meanwhile, Karnataka Home Minister Araga Jnanendra said that the police have arrested three people in connection with the murder case. Further investigation is underway, he said.
(With inputs from ANI)
