BRS Worker Killed in Suryapet Clash as KTR Demands Swift Police Action

Authorities have opened an investigation after registering a case at Nuthankal police station.

Overview

Police said a 57-year-old BRS activist, Uppula Mallaiah, died from a head injury after a clash in Lingampalli on Tuesday night.
The family’s complaint alleges Congress supporters carried out the attack, and BRS leaders claim a mob used sticks and stones.
BRS mandal president Munna Mallaiah Yadav and about 15 others were reported seriously injured, according to party accounts.
BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao condemned what he called “murder politics,” pledged support to the victims’ families, and pressed for tough action.
Additional forces were deployed to the village as gram panchayat polling is set for December 11, 14, and 17.