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Karnataka opens govt barber shop after Dalits denied haircut in Gadag

Karnatakas Social Welfare Department inaugurated the states first government-run barber shop in Gadag district on February 26, weeks after a barber refused to cut the hair of a Dalit customer and others in the village followed suit by shutting their shops. Residents said tensions had been simmering in Shingatalur village after the incident. The barbers, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

28 Feb 2026 1:57 pm