Spectators gored to death during bull race in Shivamogga

Mangalore Today News Network

Shivamogga, Oct 31, 2022: In two separate incidents, two people were gored to death during Hori Habba, a bull race, in Karnataka’s Shivamogga district. The incidents took place in two villages of the Shivamogga district.

 

As per the reports, Prashanth (36) died during Hori Habba in Gaama village in Shikaripura on Saturday, while Adi (20) died in Jade village in Soraba taluk.

According to the authorities, the organisers had not taken permission from the police department to host the bull races, which reportedly led to the two deaths. Bull races are hosted as part of Hori Habba, a popular event that is organised after Diwali.

According to Shivamogga SP Mithun Kumr GK, the police had no information about both incidents as the organisers had not taken permission to host the bull races. He said they have launched an investigation into the matter.

Karnataka Home Minister Araga Jnanendra on Sunday said that the police will take necessary action.

"It is a traditional sport. If there is death, they (the police) will verify it. Organisers should have taken precautions. I will discuss it with district police. If they receive complaints, they will take action,” the home minister said.

Courtesy: India Today