Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (SB)

Mangaluru, May 12: A 'Daiva Patri' was manhandled and his hair cut off forcibly by a group of people including women who alleged that he had indulged in 'homosexual activity'.

The incident was reported at Bikarnakatte in the city. Videos and pictures of the incident have gone viral on social media.

In the video, a group of people are seen questioning Lokesh Poojary, the 'Daiva Patri', near a ground where some event was held. Lokesh is repeatedly thrashed by the group. The video also shows some people in the group demanding him to apologise. The group is also seen forcibly removing his 'Parti bangle' and chopping off his hair.

The assault on the Daiva Patri invoked anger among people on social media. Many expressed their ire against the group for thrashing Lokesh, pointing out that no one has the right to take law into one's hands and manhandle anyone for any reason. Others expressed displeasure at the removal of the Patri bangle and cutting off of the hair. They commented that it was an insult to the 'Daiva' and it could not be tolerated.

There is no confirmation on whether a complaint would be filed in the police station.