New Delhi, May 26 -- Controversy has erupted in Karnataka's Kalaburagi district following inflammatory comments made by BJP MLC and Opposition Chief Whip in the Legislative Council, N Ravikumar, targeting District Collector Fauzia Tarannum. "I don't know whether the DC has come from Pakistan or is an IAS officer here" Ravikumar had reportedly said.

The remarks came amid ongoing tensions related to a recent incident in Chittapur.

Speaking at a BJP-organised protest rally under the 'Kalaburagi Chalo' campaign on 24 May, Ravikumar accused the district administration of being influenced by the ruling Congress government. He questioned the independence of the District Collector, making a derogatory and communal insinuation by suggesting she ...