Overview

• BJP state president B Y Vijayendra announced a “Dharmasthala Chalo” mobilisation on September 1 to press for an NIA investigation.
• Home minister G Parameshwara said there is no need for National Investigation Agency involvement and that police will do what is required for the case.
• The Special Investigation Team arrested complainant C N Chinnaiah on perjury charges and is examining how he obtained the skull he presented in court.
• Forensic analysis indicated the skull was a preserved research specimen, and limited remains recovered at identified sites have been assessed as male.
• A BJP-led procession to Dharmasthala reported a death in a road accident, as JD(S) leaders and others also organised visits and rallies tied to the controversy.