Belagavi: Tension prevailed in Khadak Galli area of Belagavi on Friday night after a group of youths allegedly resorted to stone pelting during a religious procession. Local residents alleged that stones were thrown at them when they came out to listen to the slogans being chanted during the procession.

According to locals, the annual Saturday procession, which usually passes through Koot and Jalgaar Galli, this year entered Khadak Galli without official permission. It is alleged that when residents questioned the group for entering the street and raising slogans, they were attacked with stones. The residents have demanded strict action against those responsible for the violence.

Reports further claimed that after the stone pelting, some individuals displayed swords and engaged in acts o

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