An argument erupted between Humanabad MLA Sidhu Patil and MLC Bhimrao Patil during the Bidar district quarterly progress review meeting (Image: Screengrab of purported video | X/@ANI)
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Moneycontrol05-01-2026, 17:36

BJP MLA, Congress MLC Clash in Bidar Meeting; Minister Adjourns Proceedings

  • A Karnataka Development Programme meeting in Bidar turned chaotic due to a clash between BJP MLA Siddu Patil and Congress MLC Bhimrao Patil.
  • The confrontation erupted over a disagreement concerning forest land in the Humnabad constituency.
  • Tensions escalated with shouting, finger-pointing, and MLC Bhimrao Patil attempting to strike MLA Siddu Patil.
  • Police and other leaders intervened to prevent the physical altercation from worsening.
  • District In-charge Minister Eshwara Khandre adjourned the meeting indefinitely amidst the disorder and alleged abusive remarks.

Why It Matters: Political acrimony led to a physical confrontation and indefinite adjournment of a key development meeting.

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