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Crime
BJP Yuva Morcha city chief in Chikkamagaluru faces FIR for firing shots in viral video
✍️ Deccan Herald
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 05:34 AM
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A First Information Report has been lodged against the Chikkamagaluru city president of BJP’s youth wing after a video showing him firing shots into the air went viral.
A video that quickly spread on social media shows the city president of the BJP Yuva Morcha in Chikkamagaluru discharging firearms into the air. The clip, captured during an undisclosed gathering, raised concerns about public safety and the misuse of weapons.
Following the video's circulation, local police in Chikkamagaluru registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the official under sections pertaining to unlawful discharge of firearms and creating public nuisance. The FIR cites the video as evidence and indicates that further investigation will determine whether additional charges are warranted.
Authorities have not released the name of the accused, citing procedural norms, but confirmed that the case is being handled by the district crime branch. No injuries were reported, and the incident has sparked debate on the conduct of political party members in public spaces.
Following the video's circulation, local police in Chikkamagaluru registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the official under sections pertaining to unlawful discharge of firearms and creating public nuisance. The FIR cites the video as evidence and indicates that further investigation will determine whether additional charges are warranted.
Authorities have not released the name of the accused, citing procedural norms, but confirmed that the case is being handled by the district crime branch. No injuries were reported, and the incident has sparked debate on the conduct of political party members in public spaces.