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Karnataka Komu Souharda Vedike, D.K. District (Karnataka Communal Harmony Forum) B.H. Bangera Hall, Old Kent Road, Police lane, Mangalore 575001. Ph: 0824 2225652; 9964071782
Mangalore September 29, 2013
To:
The Honorable Union Home Minister
Government of India
Sub: Attempts to Promote Communal Disturbances in Dakshina Kannada District (Karnataka State) through Public Distribution of Swords to Youth
Respected Sir,
Addressing a press conference in Mangalore on 15 September 2013, (…)

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