The desecration of Dr. BR Ambedkar's statue in Gangavathi sparked protests by Dalit groups, demanding swift arrests. Officials, including the DySP and MLA Janardhana Reddy, intervened, promising action. Despite attempts to calm tensions, protesters persisted. Police assurance and council efforts led to gradual easing, with city staff cleaning the defiled statue, supported by Councilor Veerupakshamurthy.