Tension prevails as BSP, BRS clash in Asifabad

Tension prevailed for a while when activists of both BSP and BRS clashed during campaigning in Kagaznagar

Kumram Bheem Asifabad: Tension prevailed for a while when activists of both BSP and BRS clashed during campaigning in Kagaznagar on Sunday.

Activists of the BSP were carrying out a door-door canvassing at Vijayabasthi in the town at around 6 pm. At the same time, a publicity vehicle of BRS was moving in the similar lane of the locality. The BSP activists objected to this, leading to heated arguments.

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BSP state president RS Praveen Kumar then staged a protest in front of Kagaznagar police station, demanding action against the activists of BRS.

Syed Faheem of BSP lodged a petition with police. A case of attempt to murder was registered against six persons including Aleem, BRS nominee Koneru Konappa, Faheem, Lalit, Ansuman and Koneru Vasu. Similarly, Aleem of the BRS lodged a complaint with the police. A case was registered against Praveen Kumar and 15 others.