Political criminals behind Pandya murder
Police and allied departments exist to control the criminals. But what if the government uses them for its work? Investigating agencies have identified the role of cops in communal incidents across the country. The most critical role the cops played in Gujarat massacre is more than evident now.
What would the dignity of the uniform come to, if the department of police gets used by politicians in this manner? This question has come up at a time when the investigation of the murder of Haren Pandya that happened in 2003, is in progress.
Haren Pandya was seen as a rebel leader of Gujarat BJP when Modi was the CM. Pandya had criticized Modi over Gujarat massacre. He said government had a direct role to play in this. Subsequent to this, Pandya was killed mysteriously on March 26, 2003. His bullet ridden body was discovered around Law Garden in Ahmedabad.
All the accused in Haren case arrested by CBI were released later. Gujarat court had reprimanded central investigating agency for not providing clear details on the number of bullets that were pumped into Pandya’s body, the place where he was killed and the number of assailants. Now the answer to why a political leader like Pandya’s case was ignored by the police department is getting very clear. How do the murderers book their own kin?
Prosecution witness Azam Khan who was the witness in Sohrabuddin and his wife Kausar Bi’s murder case, has submitted before the CBI court on Saturday that former Gujarat IPS officer D G Vanzara had instructed Sohrabuddin to kill Pandya, and that the latter had shared this information with Azam Khan. Vanzara had informed CBI of a conspiracy to kill Pandya.
But just a few days before his murder, Pandya’s security cover was withdrawn. This step by government later proved to be very dangerous for his life. There are obvious suspicions about political power working behind his murder. And from this, it is even easy to decipher who was behind Sohrabuddin’s murder as well. Police and political leaders needed to finish off people who knew the secret behind Haren Pandya’s murder. It can be understood that the Gujarat government met this agenda by putting the police force to use.
CBI had failed in investigating the Sohrabuddin case as well. The agency failed to appeal after Amit Shah and the others were discharged from the case. Now this statement by the witness is forcing the agencies to consider opening cases of Pandya and Sohrabuddin once again.
Pandya family has always raised concerns about the investigation not being conducted well into his murder case by the agencies. Family members say the murderers are still roaming free. Yet, the CBI is not willing to admit it took the investigation in wrong direction. The Gujarat massacre, followed by Pandya murder and the killing of Sohrabuddin and his men were carried out by a similar set of people.
If we can conclude that this force was part of the Gujarat government, it is also part of today’s central government as well. Hence, it is difficult for Pandya’s killers to be caught. Haren Pandya had given an interview to Outlook magazine about the public rally PM Modi had organized on February 27, 2002. He had mentioned Modi had instructed that the arsonists and miscreants should be dealt with and softly and that Hindus should be allowed to placate their anger.
Outlook had reported this fact later that a former minister had said his identity should not be revealed under any circumstances either as a BJP man or as a former minister in writing or even in casual sense. I will die even if you mention me as a BJP man or as a minister. In seven months post this interview, Pandya was killed. Vanzara in his resignation paper had said if he ‘drowned’; he’d ensure more people would go down with him thus indicating to the government that he had secured his game, issuing a note of caution to Modi and Shah. Now, the government cover around Pandya case can be undone soon, if the case is reinvestigated along with that of Sohrabuddin murder. Unless this happens, the truth will remain buried deep and to the convenience of many people behind it.
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Inappropriate for MLAs seeking free IPL tickets, says D.K. Suresh
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd President D.K. Suresh on Monday said it is inappropriate for MLAs to seek free IPL tickets, adding that those interested in watching matches should pay for them personally.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, he said, “IPL is a commercial tournament and does not represent the country. It is not right for public representatives to focus too much on such matters.”
Referring to the recent controversy during the RCB celebrations, he said, “let us find out who benefited the most from the statements made during the incident.” He also pointed out that BJP MLAs had received IPL tickets as well.
Responding to discussions about relocating the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Suresh said the government has already approved the construction of a new stadium at a location he had proposed.
“I had suggested building a stadium in Surya City and submitted a proposal for it. Bengaluru needs four stadiums in four directions to cater to its growing population and encourage youth participation in sports,” he said.
He noted that apart from Kanteerava Stadium, KSCA, and the Football Stadium, there are limited facilities in the city.
“When I was a Lok Sabha member, I had proposed allocating 100 acres in my constituency at Surya City. The land was later earmarked and the plan approved,” he added.
Suresh said he has discussed the project with Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Chairman Shivalingegowda, and Anekal MLA Shivanna.
“The Cabinet has now approved the project, and a stadium will be developed on around 50–60 acres,” he said.
He further added that he has requested the Deputy Chief Minister to build another stadium at Shivarama Karanth Layout through the BDA, where 40 acres have been allocated. Plans are also being discussed to develop a well-equipped stadium in Bidadi.
Commending state government's recent bilingual policy move, Suresh said forcing children to learn three languages could affect their comprehension.
“It is a good decision to make two languages compulsory. Learning a third language should be left to the choice of students and parents,” he said.
Responding to criticism from BJP leaders, he said their tendency is to oppose every decision of the government.
“To please their central leadership, they take a pro-Hindi stance. Instead, they should advocate for the adoption of Kannada in all states,” he said.
When asked about the earlier three-language policy under Congress, he said, “the situation is different now. Today, the focus should be on quality learning. Kannada should remain the primary language, while students and parents can choose an additional language.”
