Not God, but Constitution that save oppressed people: Karnataka Minister Mahadevappa
Bengaluru, Dec 18: Condemning Amit Shah's comment on Ambedkar in Rajya Sabha on December 17, Karnataka Social Welfare Minister H C Mahadevappa said on Wednesday that it is the Constitution drafted by Babasaheb that is protecting the oppressed people and not the God.
"If we recall the situation of the untouchable communities in the history of India, there is no example of God protecting them when they were subjected to extreme humiliation and violence," said Mahadevappa.
On the contrary, the Constitution of India, Ambedkar's lasting legacy, has the real power to protect the lives of untouchables, women and the oppressed people every day, the minister said in a statement.
"Had these people sat chanting the name of Amit Shah's God, they would have joined God's feet by now," he quipped.
Joining opposition leaders in demanding Shah's resignation, Mahadevappa said Shah should not only resign as Union Home Minister for insulting the architect of the Constitution, but should also apologise to the people.
"I am reminded again and again of Babasaheb's words: 'No religion or God will save us, but education, rationality and scientific spirit are the keys to change our lives'," he added.
Shah's comment -- "Abhi ek fashion ho gaya hai - Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar. Itna naam agar bhagwan ka lete to saat janmon tak swarg mil jata" (It has become a fashion to say Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar. If they had taken God's name so many times, they would have got a place in heaven) -- has met with stiff opposition.
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Social media content creator held for throwing cash on road in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, Dec 18: A social media content creator was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly throwing a bundle of currency notes worth Rs 20,000 on the roadside of the Outer Ring Road (ORR) here, encouraging viewers to participate in a "money hunt" game, police said.
Responding to the act, the police in a post on X (formerly Twitter), said, "This irresponsible act caused chaos, inconvenience, and posed a significant threat to #RoadSafety."
The incident came to light after a viral video showed the individual throwing the bundle of currency notes while issuing a challenge to viewers.
Acting on the video, Rachakonda Police Commissioner G Sudheer Babu directed the Ghatkesar Police Station to register a case. During the investigation, the individual was identified and subsequently arrested.
In the video, the man is seen holding bundles of currency notes and announcing that, as part of a "money hunt" challenge, he is throwing Rs 20,000 near the ORR roadside. He invites viewers to collect the cash.
The police stressed the dangers of such behavior and said, "Such reckless acts not only endanger lives but also set a bad example for others. #SocialMedia should be a platform to inspire and educate, not to act irresponsibly. #RachakondaPolice remains committed to ensuring public safety and holding individuals accountable."
A police official told the media that the cash had not been recovered.
Asked whether the currency notes were genuine, the official said, "The arrested individual claims the notes are original. We will verify this during the investigation."
The police added that such acts, aimed at gaining views and likes on social media, pose serious risks to public safety. They are also investigating the role of the person who recorded the video of the incident.
Further investigation is undeway.
Irresponsible Instagram Content Creator Arrested
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