Karnataka Minister Targeted in Provocative Facebook Posts

A man named Veeranna P Beelagi has been arrested for allegedly posting derogatory remarks against Karnataka Minister H K Patil on Facebook. The police lodged a complaint based on provocative content, leading to Beelagi's arrest under the Information Technology Act. Investigations continue.

Karnataka Minister Targeted in Provocative Facebook Posts
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A man was arrested on Saturday for allegedly posting derogatory and provocative content against Karnataka Minister H K Patil, police said.

The accused, identified as Veeranna P Beelagi, reportedly made offensive remarks targeting the state Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister on Facebook.

This prompted a complaint to be lodged at the Betageri police station. According to a senior police officer, the comments were considered “loose talk.”

A case was registered against Beelagi under relevant sections of the Information Technology Act, resulting in his arrest.

Further investigation is ongoing, authorities confirmed.

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