Rahul, Priyanka, Shashi Tharoor grieve Oscar Fernandes’ demise
Mangaluru: Following the demise of senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Oscar Fernandes, several senior party men including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi took to Twitter to express their condolences.
Fernandes passed away at a private hospital in Mangaluru on Monday afternoon after remaining admitted in the hospital for over a month. He was admitted after he sustain a head injuring while performing Yoga at his house in July this year.
Rahul Gandhi termed his demise as his “personal loss” and added that Fernandes was a guide and mentor for many in the Congress party.
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Shri Oscar Fernandes Ji.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 13, 2021
It is a personal loss for me. He was a guide and mentor to many of us in the Congress Party.
He will be missed and fondly remembered for his contributions. pic.twitter.com/NZVD592GSJ
Priyanka Gandhi also took to her Twitter handle and stated that Fernandes was one of the finest and most loyal soldiers of the Congress party. He further added that the party will miss him immensely.
Heartfelt condolences to Oscar ji’s family. You are in our hearts and prayers.
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) September 13, 2021
He was one of the finest, most loyal soldiers of the Congress party, we will all miss him immensely. pic.twitter.com/ulBwtHpFsP
Another senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said Fernandes was a ‘gem of a man’.
“A Congress stalwart, his vision for an inclusive India had a huge influence on the politics of our times.” The official Twitter handle of the Congress party added in a tweet.
Deeply saddened by the passing of a gem of a man, a political mentor to many who approached politics in a spirit of selfless service. My profound condolences to his dear wife & soulmate Blossom, &to all in his extended Congress family who are bereaved today. @INCIndia https://t.co/VBM9iubYUO
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) September 13, 2021
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Karnataka's Bill against Hate Speeches conspiracy against Hindutva activists: Pramod Muthalik
Davanagere: Sri Rama Sene national president Pramod Muthalik has accused the state government of using the proposed Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill to target Hindus and to suppress Hindutva organisations and their leaders.
Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, Muthalik said the Sene opposes the Bill. According to him, the government is bringing this legislation only to appease Muslim voters while selectively targeting Hindu voices.
He questioned whether it is wrong to speak against cow slaughter when the ban is already in force but violations still occur in many places. “Is it wrong to raise awareness among Hindus about love jihad? Is it wrong to oppose illegal construction of churches, mosques or encroachments on cremation grounds? Is objecting to religious conversions wrong?” he asked.
Muthalik alleged that the Bill attempts to silence anyone who questions or protests such issues. He said the move goes against the spirit of the Constitution framed by Dr B.R. Ambedkar and is aimed at weakening the Hindu community.
He urged BJP and JD(S) MLAs to strongly oppose the Bill in the upcoming session and ensure it does not get passed. The organisation will submit memorandums to all legislators and mount pressure, he added.
During the press meet, Muthalik tore copies of the Bill in protest. Leaders of Sri Rama Sene including Parashuram Nadavinamani, Yashavanth, Sridhar and Madhu were present.
