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Summary:

Congress MLA Laxman Savadi, his son Chidanand Savadi, and several followers are accused of assaulting a District Central Cooperative Bank (DCCB) union leader, Ningaraj Karennavar, at Savadi’s residence in Athani, Belagavi district on January 3, 2026. Karennavar claims he was summoned and attacked after being accused of orchestrating a bank employee transfer. He sustained serious injuries and has filed an FIR. Simultaneously, supporters of MLA Savadi have filed a counter-complaint against Karennavar, accusing him of using abusive slurs against a member of the Scheduled Caste community, leading to a case under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

News Article:

Congress MLA Laxman Savadi Accused of Assaulting Union Leader

Belagavi, January 5, 2026: A First Information Report (FIR) has been filed against Congress MLA Laxman Savadi, his son Chidanand Savadi, and several of their supporters, alleging the assault of Ningaraj Karennavar, a union leader from the District Central Cooperative Bank (DCCB). The incident reportedly occurred at MLA Savadi’s residence in Athani, Belagavi district, on January 3, 2026.

According to the FIR filed by Karennavar, he was summoned to Savadi’s residence and accused of orchestrating the transfer of a DCCB employee related to the MLA. Karennavar alleges that Savadi then abused and slapped him. The FIR further states that Chidanand Savadi kicked him, and approximately six to eight other individuals participated in the assault, resulting in serious injuries. Karennavar is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in Belagavi.

Police have registered a case under sections of the BNS Act related to unlawful assembly, assault, threatening life, and abusive language.

In a counter move, supporters of MLA Savadi have lodged a complaint against Karennavar, accusing him of using abusive slurs against a member of the Scheduled Caste community. A case has been registered under the provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, adding another layer of complexity to the situation. The Athani police are currently investigating both complaints.

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