Karnataka CM assures strict action in Bengaluru violence over FB post

Chief Minister of Karnataka, B.S.

Yediyurappa has issued directives against perpetrators in Bengaluru violence.

The CM said government has taken all possible steps to curb the situation.

"Attack on journalists, Police and public is unacceptable.

Government won't tolerate such provocations and rumours.

Strict action against perpetrators is certain," said the Karnataka CM.

At least two people died in violence that broke out in Bengaluru on August 11 late night over an alleged inciting social media post.

The incident took place in DJ Halli area.

DJ Halli Police Station has been also vandalised.

Around 60 police personnel got injured during the incident, according to Bengaluru Police Commissioner Kamal Pant.

110 people have been arrested in the matter so far.

Section 144 imposed in entire Bangalore city.

Curfew imposed in DJ Halli and KG Halli police station limits.