Sun Oct 12 15:36:45 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
A man in Jayanagar, Bengaluru, Sathish Reddy, was allegedly attacked along with his son after objecting to the cutting down of a roadside tree near his home. The alleged attackers include a self-proclaimed social activist, Ganesh Singh, who claims he had permission to prune the tree due to a worm infestation. Police have registered an FIR against the trio based on Reddy’s complaint, while Singh has also filed a counter-complaint alleging assault by Reddy and his son.
**News Article:**
**Bengaluru Man Attacked for Objecting to Tree Cutting; Counter-Complaint Filed**
**Bengaluru, October 12, 2025:** Jayanagar police are investigating an alleged assault following a dispute over the removal of a roadside tree. Sathish Reddy, 49, and his son were reportedly attacked on October 9th after Reddy objected to the cutting down of a tree near his Jayanagar 6th block residence.
According to the FIR, Reddy questioned the individuals cutting down the tree, leading to a verbal altercation. Ganesh Singh, who identifies himself as a social activist with political affiliations, allegedly arrived and physically assaulted Reddy, with Reddy’s son also being attacked when he intervened.
Reddy claims that the tree was healthy and vital, while Singh maintains that he had received permission from the forest department to prune the tree due to a worm infestation. Singh claims that he only intended to remove dangerous branches.
Police have booked Singh and two others under Sections related to voluntarily causing hurt, criminal intimidation, and intentional insult of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, acting on Reddy’s complaint.
However, Singh has filed a counter-complaint against Reddy and his son, alleging that they assaulted him with a helmet and cane when he attempted to prune the tree.
The incident highlights the growing tensions surrounding environmental concerns and local development in Bengaluru. The investigation is ongoing.
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