Congress workers attempt to attack BRS leader M Bhupal Reddy in Medak

A political clash between Congress and BRS workers escalated at Pedda Shankarampet, Medak, after a verbal dispute in a local WhatsApp group. Police intervened promptly to diffuse tensions, ensuring no injuries were reported.

Medak: Congress leaders and workers attempted to attack BRS leader and former Narayankhed MLA M Bhupal Reddy at Pedda Shankarampet on Tuesday. The issue erupted when BRS workers and Congress workers engaged in verbal duels in a local WhatsApp group.

Later, the Congress workers staged a protest at the residence of former MPP and BRS leader Jangam Srinivas, holding him responsible for the verbal duel, when Bhupal Reddy came to the support of Srinivas. The irate Congress workers threw coconuts at the former MLA’s car.

However, the police led by Inspector Renuka shifted both warring groups to the police station. The incident created tension in the mandal headquarters for a while. However, no one was injured.