Accused in gold smuggling case gets VIP treatment in Hassan

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Actor Ranya Rao, an accused in the gold smuggling case, received VIP treatment at the Hasanamba Temple in Hassan on Saturday, drawing the ire of devotees waiting in long queues for darshan.

Ranya Rao entered the temple along with her family members, including retired IPS officer Ramachandra Rao. Hassan district administration officials arranged a special vehicle to transport them from the Inspection Bungalow to the temple.

The incident sparked a controversy on social media, with many users expressing anger and questioning the administration’s decision to extend VIP treatment to them.

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