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Daijiworld Media Network – Kundapur (JD)

Kundapur, Aug 21: Dr Mahendra Kumar Shetty, a doctor at Kundapur Taluk Government Hospital, has been suspended following an alleged assault on journalist Srikanth Hemmadi.

Dr Mahendra Kumar Shetty allegedly assaulted journalist Srikanth Hemmadifollowing a news report concerning alleged irregularities at Kundapur Taluk Hospital.

The incident occurred at a restaurant in Kundapur on the morning of August 21.

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The injured journalist, Srikanth Hemmadi, was hospitalised at Kundapur Taluk Hospital following the incident.

An FIR was registered at the Kundapur police station.

Earlier report

Kundapur: Journalist allegedly assaulted at hotel

Daijiworld Media Network – Kundapur (TP)

Kundapur, Aug 21: Journalist Srikanth Hemmadi, the Kundapur correspondent of a news publication, was allegedly assaulted at a hotel in Kundapur on the morning of August 21.

The incident reportedly occurred in connection with a report concerning Kundapur Government Hospital. Dr Mahendra Shetty, who was serving as the medical officer at the hospital, allegedly assaulted Srikanth Hemmadi during the incident.

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The Udupi District Working Journalists’ Association has strongly condemned the alleged assault and urged the Udupi district police to take the matter seriously.

The association has called upon the police to initiate stringent legal action against the accused and ensure the safety and security of journalists while carrying out their professional duties.