Pamphlet reading ‘Can Buntas tolerate it if Shudras begin to rule us’ sparks controversy in DK
Mangaluru: In the final hours leading up to the Lok Sabha elections in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, a contentious pamphlet circulated by the 'Bunta Brigade' has stirred controversy.
Titled 'Appeal to Bunta voters to ensure victory of Brijesh Chowta of our community', the pamphlet urges members of the Bunta community to rally behind BJP candidate Captain Brijesh Chowta, raising concerns about potential domination by the "Shudra class".
The pamphlet highlights the historical rivalry between the Bunta and Billava communities, with Captain Brijesh Chowta representing the former and Padmaraj Pujari of the Congress representing the latter. The pamphlet speaks about the critical challenge BJP faces in securing votes from the Billava community, traditionally a stronghold of the Congress.
Drawing attention to the perceived threat of Shudra caste rule, the pamphlet questions whether the self-respecting Buntas can tolerate the rule of Shudras. It accuses Janardana Pujari, a former parliamentarian from the Billava community, of diminishing the influence of the Bunta society through his political and business endeavours.
The pamphlet calls for concerted efforts within the Bunta community to ensure the victory of their candidate, emphasising the importance of countering potential vote-buying tactics employed by rival parties.
It urges the Bunta community to mobilise its resources and influence to sway voters towards the BJP, warning against the repercussions of allowing a Shudra candidate to assume power.
The controversial content of the pamphlet has sparked condemnation, with many denouncing its divisive rhetoric and caste-based appeals.
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Sharad Pawar discharged from Pune hospital; advised rest for few days
Pune (PTI): NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, admitted to a hospital here with dehydration, was discharged on Wednesday morning, with doctors saying he is doing fine.
The 85-year-old Rajya Sabha member was admitted to the Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune on Sunday following complaints of dehydration.
"He is doing well. He has been given discharge, and he has already left for Mumbai. He has been advised to take rest for the next couple of days before resuming his normal routine," said Dr Purvez Grant, the chief cardiologist, chairman and managing trustee of the private hospital.
Earlier, the former Union minister was admitted to the same hospital on February 9 following a chest infection and was discharged on February 14.
