As the countdown begins for the Karnataka assembly elections, the ruling BJP is pitching the narrative of Tipu (Mysuru ruler Tipu Sultan) versus Hindu God Lord Ram and iconic figure of the Sangh Parivar Veer Savarkar in the state.

Source: https://www.siasat.com/from-anti-tipu-campaign-to-ram-temple-project-karnataka-bjp-banks-on-polarisation-2530263/

Congress leaders, especially CM Siddaramaiah, vehemently stressed that Tipu Sultan was a martyr who sacrificed his life for the country.

Source: https://www.ibtimes.co.in/tipu-sultan-krishnaraja-wadiyar-mysuru-airport-naming-debate-heats-864740

However, Hindu activists claim that the circle is named after Tipu Sultan illegally without permission from the Municipality.

Source: https://www.canindia.com/tipu-sultan-vs-savarkar-ktaka-dist-tense-over-naming-junction-in-yadgir-city/

Michael Mullen, convicted of the manslaughter of takeaway boss Tipu Sultan in 2016, had been released on licence after serving around half of his 12-year sentence.

Source: https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/south-shields-killer-who-getaway-28061121