Farmers in Karnataka's Haveri district protested violently over a 60% drop in chilli prices at the Byadagi APMC market.

Farmers in Karnataka's Haveri district protested violently over a sudden drop in chilli prices at the Byadagi APMC market, leading to vandalism and vehicle burnings. Chilli prices plummeted from Rs 20,000 to Rs 8,000 per quintal, prompting the farmers' anger. The investigation into the price drop is ongoing, and the Karnataka Home Minister has assured that the government is taking the situation seriously.