Annamayya, AP: Eight arrested after two groups clash

On Sunday, two groups clashed during Sri Rama Navami Brahmotsavam celebrations in Valmikipuram, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, according to authorities. According to police, the clashes erupted between two parties during deity processions following a DJ programme. “Members of the Kishore group, identified as Kishore, Pratap, and Raju, used knives to attack Anjappa (55) and his […]

by TDG Network - April 3, 2023, 7:05 pm

On Sunday, two groups clashed during Sri Rama Navami Brahmotsavam celebrations in Valmikipuram, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, according to authorities.

According to police, the clashes erupted between two parties during deity processions following a DJ programme. “Members of the Kishore group, identified as Kishore, Pratap, and Raju, used knives to attack Anjappa (55) and his son Harikrishna (30) of Indiramma Colony.” “Both sustained knife wounds in the attack and are being treated,” a local police official said.