Ivan Mascarenhas
Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (DV)
Udupi, Oct 19: Unidentified miscreants set fire to a car belonging to a BJP member, near Hoode, on Saturday October 19.
It is learnt that the Maruti Ritz car belongs to BJP Udupi Standing Committee president Harshavardhana, who is an active member of RSS and VHP.
At around 12.10 am, the car which was parked in shed was set ablaze by the unknown persons. The incident came to light after the car siren turned on. On hearing the alarm, Harshavardhana rushed to the place where he noticed three people trying to escape from the scene.
It is also learnt that three months ago, the rear glass of the car was broken which was parked in the same shed. He later filed a complaint at the Malple police station, but no action was taken.
After the incident, VHP leader Suprasad Bykady visited the spot. Addressing the media, he said, “The miscreants should be arrested within 24 hours. Otherwise VHP will hold severe protest.”
Circle inspector and other police personnel rushed to the spot. Strict security is deployed at the place.