In yet another language dispute in Bengaluru, tensions flared in Chickpet when a shop owner allegedly abused a customer for asking him to speak in Kannada. The incident has sparked outrage among local pro-Kannada organisations and raised concerns about respect for the state’s language and culture.

The shop owner, identified as Jalam, a native of Rajasthan, runs an electric shop in the Chickpet area. According to reports, the incident occurred during a routine conversation between Jalam and a local customer. When the customer requested that Jalam speak in Kannada, a disagreement quickly escalated. Jalam allegedly used abusive words and insisted that the customer speak in Hindi instead. Witnesses say the exchange caused tension not only between the two parties but also drew attention from n

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