Mysuru, Nov. 12 -- A dispute over bursting firecrackers during the procession of Sri Siddeshwara Swamy's annual fair triggered a clash between two Dalit groups at Karya village in Nanjangud taluk, resulting in stone-pelting and injuries to three people, including a child.

The injured were identified as Anand, Bharath and Abhi, along with a child. They were taken to the community health centre at Tagadur for treatment. They reportedly returned home on Tuesday night after receiving medical attention.

The clash disrupted the religious proceedings, forcing the chariot procession of Sri Siddeshwara Swamy, which had arrived from the hill, to be stopped midway. The incident created tension in the village, with residents demanding that the Nanj...