Controversy Erupts in Karnataka Village Over Removal of 108-Foot Hanuman Flagpole
• Village panchayat had granted permission to install 108-foot Hanuman flagpole in Keragodu village, Karnataka
• Controversy erupted when officials requested removal of the flag, prompting protests from villagers and Hindu groups
• Political tensions rose as BJP and Hindu activists condemned flag removal, while Congress questioned installing saffron flag over national flag
• Police resorted to lathi charge and replaced Hanuman flag with national flag to quell unrest
• BJP announced state-wide protests over the matter, with one scheduled today in Bengaluru; Congress leaders expressed willingness to allow Hanuman flag near temple