Advocate Balan terms Prabhakar Bhat’s statement ‘an act of terrorism,’ seeks NIA probe
Says “there is a likelihood Bhat being sentenced 7-8 year in the case”
Bengaluru: Amid row surrounding RSS Leader Prabhakar Bhat’s statement on Muslim women, Senior Advocate, S.Balan termed Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat’s statement ‘an act of terrorism,’ and has called for an investigation by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). “As Bhat’s case falls under the IPC Section 153 A, 505 (2), it is a serious crime and an act of terrorism. The statement against Muslim women in an anti-social statement. This case should be investigated by the NIA,” said Balan sharing information about the case in conversation with Vartha Bharathi on Friday.
Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat's bail application hearing took place at the 3rd Additional District Sessions Court in Srirangapatna, Mandya district. Senior Advocate S. Balan argued on behalf of the complainant Najma Chikkaneele, urging the cancellation of the interim anticipatory bail granted to Bhat.
“The police have informed that the charge sheet is ready and will be submitted to the Magistrate Court. Later, Prabhakar Bhatt will have to run to the court. The inquiry will take place swiftly. If convicted, the charge carries a minimum jail term of three years.While, Rahul Gandhi was sentenced to two years for saying a word about Modi. There is a possibility of 7-8 years of punishment for Prabhakar Bhat’s statement," he added.
Commending swift investigation and preparation of charge sheet by the Police, he stated, “The trial is going on in the sessions court. The charge sheet has to be filed in the Magistrate Court. So the police have filed a report. It is a good development that there was a swift investigation and the charge sheet is ready.”
“Prabhakar Bhat is repeatedly committing such crimes. Therefore he is a habitual offender. It was brought to the court's attention that he should be investigated in police custody under the Karnataka Control of Organised Crimes Act (KCOCA).Responding to this, the Junior Lawyer for the accused sought permission *for extension* till January 10th, stating that the senior Lawyer was not present on that day, and that the accused will be called to the high court for hearing on January 9. This case has nothing to do with the case being heard in the High Court. This is a case of anticipatory bail. *It was brought to the attention of the court not to bring the entire High Court case to this*," said Balan.
"Judge who heard the arguments asked to come on January 10 at four o'clock in the evening, and stated that he will hear the argument. Although the Lawyer for the accused requested for the case to be brought up again, they were not given time. He said that he will give you a chance," he said.
"This is a serious case. What does it mean by new husbands everyday for Muslim women? Aren't Muslim women citizens of the country? As per 153A, 354(2)4 this is a heinous crime. The NIA should investigate this. The argument was presented before the court that it was an anti-social act," opined Balan.
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TVK chief Vijay declares two pending criminal cases in fresh election affidavit
Chennai (PTI): Amid scrutiny, TVK chief Vijay, who had earlier filed an election affidavit with no pending criminal cases, has declared two pending FIRs in a fresh affidavit filed before the returning officer for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections to be held on April 23.
The fresh affidavit, notarised on April 3, was filed on April 4 by a representative, according to sources. It lists two cases in Chennai and Madurai that were not included in the previous document notarised on March 30.
In the latest filing, the actor disclosed FIR number 74 of 2026 registered at the K5 Peravallur Police Station in Chennai for alleged public disturbance during election campaigning on March 30. Vijay stated in the affidavit that he became aware of this case through social media on April 2.
A second FIR, number 108 of 2025 from the Koodakovil Police Station in Madurai district, involves a complaint regarding an incident during a party conference on August 21, 2025. The complainant alleged being pushed and injured by bouncers while attempting to approach the leader during a ramp walk, though Vijay noted he has not yet received a formal summons for the matter.
While the criminal record section saw changes, the financial declarations remained largely consistent across both filings.
Vijay's movable assets are valued at approximately Rs 410.59 crore in the fresh affidavit, compared to the Rs 404.58 crore declared previously. This includes silver articles worth Rs 15 lakh and 883 grams of gold jewellery valued at over Rs 1.20 crore.
The total current market value of his immovable properties, including commercial and residential buildings in locations such as Neelankarai and Saligramam, is estimated at Rs 220.15 crore.
The TVK leader declared a total income of Rs 184.53 crore for the 2024-2025 financial year. He also listed pending income tax demands totaling approximately Rs 3.44 crore across multiple assessment years which are currently under appeal.
Vijay is contesting the elections from the Perambur and Tiruchirapalli East Assembly constituencies. He filed his first nomination for the Perambur Assembly constituency on March 30. He subsequently filed his nomination for the Trichy East constituency on April 2.
The fresh affidavit submitted in Perambur on April 4 was a supplementary filing intended to address discrepancies between the initial Perambur declaration and the one later filed in Tiruchirapalli East. The revised filing ensures the TVK chief remains compliant with Election Commission norms regarding the disclosure of all pending criminal proceedings.
