FIR lodged against Karnataka minister over RSS-related social media post

Authorities in Bengaluru have registered a First Information Report against state minister Priyank Kharge following allegations related to a social media post targeting the RSS, according to reports emerging from the city on Tuesday.

The complaint was lodged at a city police station after the contentious post surfaced on the minister's social media handles. The exact nature of the allegations and the grounds cited in the FIR remain unclear at present.

Kharge, a prominent Congress leader and minister in the Karnataka government, has not issued an immediate statement regarding the complaint. His office had not responded to requests for comment as of the latest reports.

The incident reflects the sharp political divisions that continue to characterise discourse in Karnataka, where the Congress-led government has frequently clashed with opposition parties over statements and actions perceived as targeting Hindu nationalist organizations.

The police said they are examining the matter and will proceed according to standard investigative protocols. Further details regarding the specific charges and next steps in the case are expected to emerge in coming days.