Politics hots up as Karnataka cops stop Shiv Sena (UBT) team from entering Belagavi
Karnataka police prevented Shiv Sena (UBT) members from Maharashtra from entering Belagavi for a Marathi conclave. The Samiti's annual event, advocating for the inclusion of Marathi-speaking areas into Maharashtra, was banned by the Karnataka government. Tensions remain high as Maharashtra politicians voice support for the Marathi residents in the disputed border region.