Riots Erupt in Bengaluru Over Post On Prophet Mohammed; Three Persons Die

A social media post on Prophet Mohammed incited an angry mob to attack at Congress MLA Akhanda Srinivasa Murthy's residence, DJ Halli and KG Halli police stations. Reportedly, the mob damaged public property, injuring 60 police personnel and causing three deaths. The post was uploaded by the MLA's relative. The Police Commissioner stated that the Section 144 has been imposed in the city to bring the situation under control.