How Was a BJP Leader Seriously Injured in a Car Accident Near Savadatti?

Virupaksh Mamani, the BJP president of Savadatti and a BDCC director, was seriously injured when a car hit him in Belagavi district, Karnataka, in an incident reported on 16 October 2026.

What happened near Hanchinal village

Mamani was travelling by car near Hanchinal village in Savadatti taluk when he stopped the vehicle and walked a short distance away from it. A car then hit him, according to Prajavani.

The impact left him with injuries to his head, ear and nose, and heavy bleeding.

Hospital treatment

Mamani was first taken to Savadatti Government Hospital, where he received first aid. He was then shifted to SDM Hospital in Dharwad for further treatment.

What happens next

A case has been registered at Savadatti police station, and police are investigating the incident. No further details about the vehicle that hit him or its driver had been reported at the time of the Prajavani report.

Frequently asked questions

Who was injured in the Belagavi accident?

Virupaksh Mamani, the BJP president of Savadatti and a BDCC director, was seriously injured.

Where did the accident happen?

The incident happened near Hanchinal village in Savadatti taluk, Belagavi district, Karnataka.

How did the accident happen?

Mamani had stopped his car near Hanchinal village and walked a short distance away from it when a car hit him, according to Prajavani.

What injuries did he suffer?

He suffered injuries to his head, ear and nose, with heavy bleeding.

Where is he being treated?

After first aid at Savadatti Government Hospital, he was shifted to SDM Hospital in Dharwad for further treatment.