A slipper was reportedly thrown at Congress MLA Pradeep Eshwar during a public event in Chikkaballapura, narrowly missing him. Allegations point to opposition workers being involved in the incident. Karnataka Congress chief B K Hariprasad strongly condemned the act as cowardly and unacceptable in a democracy, emphasizing that political differences should not lead to violence or humiliation. He expressed solidarity with the MLA, assuring him of the party’s support.