Sankranti Tragedy: 'Gundata' Violence Claims Two Lives in Kakinada
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News18•18-01-2026, 10:23
Sankranti Tragedy: 'Gundata' Violence Claims Two Lives in Kakinada
- •Sankranti celebrations in Kakinada district turned tragic with violent incidents on Kanuma, the final festival day.
- •A 'Gundata' game in A. Kothapalli village escalated into a clash, with groups attacking each other using sticks, iron rods, beer bottles, and stones.
- •In Allipudi village, activists returning from a TDP leader's birthday celebration were allegedly attacked by YSRCP activists.
- •Lalam Bangarayya died in the Allipudi incident, while Chintakayala Sriram is critical and two others are injured.
- •Alliance leaders condemned the attacks, alleging political involvement, and demanded strict action; police are investigating.
Why It Matters: Sankranti festivities in Kakinada marred by political violence, resulting in two deaths and multiple injuries.
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