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**Summary:**

Lingaraj Kanni, a high-ranking member of the Congress party (Block President of Kalaburagi South), has been removed from his position and the party itself after being arrested for alleged involvement in drug trafficking.

**News Article:**

**Congress Leader Expelled After Drug Arrest**

**KALABURAGI, [Date – Insert Today’s Date Here]** – The Congress party has expelled Lingaraj Kanni, the Block President of Kalaburagi South, following his arrest in connection with a drug trafficking case.

The party took swift action after Kanni’s arrest, immediately relieving him of his duties and terminating his membership.

“The Congress party has a zero-tolerance policy towards illegal activities,” a party spokesperson stated. “Mr. Kanni’s alleged involvement in drug trafficking is a serious breach of trust and violates the principles of the party. We have taken immediate action to remove him.”

Details surrounding the drug trafficking case remain under investigation by local authorities. Kanni is currently in police custody, and further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. This expulsion marks a strong stance by the Congress party against any association with illegal activities.

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