By News Karnataka
Belagavi: In a disturbing incident in Mugalkhod village, Raibag taluk of Belagavi district, animal sheds belonging to Dalit families were reportedly set ablaze by miscreants late at night. Local sources suggest that the fire was ignited amid an ongoing dispute over government grazing land between Dalit and upper-caste families, a conflict that has been escalating in the region.
The fire resulted in the complete destruction of the animal sheds, leading to significant losses for the affected Dalit families. Witnesses and locals have alleged that individuals from upper-caste communities were behind the arson, intensifying tensions in the village.
Authorities from the Harugeri police station promptly responded to the incident, visiting the site to assess the damage and ensure order was maintained. The police are currently investigating the matter, aiming to identify the perpetrators and address the underlying issues fueling the conflict in the community.
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