Sankranti Tragedy: 'Gundata' Violence Claims Two Lives in Kakinada

• Sankranti celebrations in Kakinada district turned tragic with violent incidents on Kanuma, the final festival day.
• A 'Gundata' game in A. Kothapalli village escalated into a clash, with groups attacking each other using sticks, iron rods, beer bottles, and stones.
• In Allipudi village, activists returning from a TDP leader's birthday celebration were allegedly attacked by YSRCP activists.
• Lalam Bangarayya died in the Allipudi incident, while Chintakayala Sriram is critical and two others are injured.
• Alliance leaders condemned the attacks, alleging political involvement, and demanded strict action; police are investigating.

Why It Matters: Sankranti festivities in Kakinada marred by political violence, resulting in two deaths and multiple injuries.