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Hubballi: Rural development and panchayat raj minister HK Patil said that the state government is committed to protecting Kappatagudda Hills in Gadag district.Speaking to reporters here on Friday, Patil said, "The state government is committed to protecting the ecologically sensitive mountain ranges. "If required, I will meet the protesters personally and appeal them not to resort to hunger strike. "He termed the Laxmeshwar incident, where angry villagers set a police station on fire following a death of a man connected with sand mining, an unfortunate incident which should not have happened. People should have faith in the government. I will also convince them about the state government's commitment on the issue," he added.Home minister G Parameshwar said soon after the announcement of Goa assembly elections results, the talks between Karnataka and Goa chief ministers to solve the Mahadayi issue are likely to begin..