After alleging Bluru youth was killed for not speaking Urdu, Karnataka Home Minister apologise
Bengaluru: Concerning the murder of a youngster named Chandru which had occurred at Goripalya in Bengaluru, the statement issued by Home Minister Araga Jnanendra has invited fresh controversy in the state. The Minister had issued a statement claiming that the murder had occurred because the victim could not speak Urdu and later sought an apology for his statement.
Reportedly, in the aftermath of a bike accident, a fight has broken out between both parties which had ended in the murder of one youth. However, the Minister of Home Affairs had made a provocative statement at the BJP office in Bengaluru saying that the deceased Dalit victim named Chandru had been murdered because he could not speak Urdu. Following his statement, C.T Ravi had also issued a flagrant statement that “if the murder has occurred because of Kannada, then all of them must be chased to Pakistan”, he had said.
However, the police have denied the claims made by the BJP leaders and revealed that the murder had occurred following a verbal altercation between both parties after a bike accident. Concerning the incident, the police have arrested Shahid Pasha (21), Shahid Goli (22), and another minor, it is learned.
Now, the Minister of Home Affairs has withdrawn his statement and said, “Based on the information I received first, without making any unbiased investigation, I have said that statement is haste which is my mistake. I had immediately stated the information that was revealed to me in front of the media. Now I have received detailed information”, he clarified.
“In the fight that broke out after the bike accident, Chandru was stabbed. While being taken to the hospital, he passed away due to excessive bleeding. The statement which I issued earlier was wrong”, Minister Araga Jnanendra said.
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.
