Farmer killed, son critical in Punganur political clash

A farmer was killed and his son critically injured in a violent clash between rival political party members in Punganur. The accused, Kagiti Venkataramana, a YSR Congress Party activist, allegedly stabbed Kagiti Ramakrishna, a TDP activist, and his son Suresh. Ramakrishna died from his injuries while being transported to the hospital. Suresh is still receiving treatment. The police have opened an investigation into the incident, which stems from a long-standing political rivalry. Local ministers have expressed condolences and condemned the attack. The police are actively pursuing the case.