The Karnataka Government said it has relieved an assistant cook at a hostel run by the Backward Classes Welfare department in Basavakalyana in Bidar district after he allegedly participated in a route march organised by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.

The action follows a complaint received by the District Backward Classes Welfare Officer via WhatsApp on October 20, 2025, regarding Pramod Kumar's participation in the march.

The Basavakalyana Taluk Backward Classes Welfare Officer wrote to the office of the Secretary/Chief Administrative Officer of the Bidar District Labour Services Multipurpose Cooperative Society, communicating that Kumar be relieved from duty.

"Pramod Kumar is working as an assistant cook at Pre-Matric Boys Hostel, Basavakalyana, through external resources. Permanent

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