BJP youth worker killed in violent clash at Karnataka farmhouse

Puneeth, a 21-year-old BJP worker from Bengaluru, was killed following a violent altercation at a farmhouse in Ramanagara, Karnataka, on October 26. The incident occurred after a group of men allegedly attempted to film women in a private setting, sparking a confrontation that escalated into violence.

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According to reports, Puneeth was with friends Vasanth, Likith, Ujwal, Rakshita, and Prajna at the farmhouse when three men, identified as Chandu, Nagesh, and Murali, intruded around 10:30 p.m. Allegedly, the intruders tried to video-record the women who were in the swimming pool, leading to immediate resistance from the group. A heated argument ensued, followed by a physical fight, during which the intruders reportedly attacked Puneeth and his friends.

In the course of the clash, Puneeth suffered severe head injuries after being struck with a club. Despite efforts by his friends to rush him to a nearby hospital, the attackers allegedly attempted to prevent his admission for medical treatment. Authorities were notified afterward, but Puneeth succumbed to his injuries due to extensive blood loss.