Dharwad: Muslim vendors targeted by Sri Ram Sena, pushcarts vandalized
Dharwad: In the wake of prevailing communal tensions in the state, and ongoing debates over allowing non-Hindu traders in the vicinity of temples, four pushcarts owned by Muslim vendors near the Hanuman Temple of Nuggikeri Village were vandalized by the members of Sri Ram Sena here on Saturday, reported news9live.com.
The members of the fringe right wing organization, Sri ram Sena have targeted the Muslim vendors in the locality while allegedly vandalizing watermelon pushcarts owned by them, the report said.
The report mentioned that no action has been taken against the vandals yet.
The Sena activists alleged that even after multiple warnings they (non-Hindus) have put up their stalls near the temple.
Nabisabi, one of the vendors who was attacked by the Sena told reporters that, “They came out of nowhere and targeted us. They said they had warned us earlier, but I was not aware of it. They destroyed all the watermelon I had arranged for sale. I have lost fruits worth Rs 8000 due to this. I have not been attacked by anyone in 15 years of my trade here. Today they were screaming not to buy anything from Muslim vendors.”
Speaking to reporters after the incident, the temple priest Narasimha Rao Desai said, “final decision will be taken after discussing with the temple administrative committee on Sunday.”
He also said that the unrest was left unnoticed by him since the temple was crowded with Saturday poojas.
What was the state doing? How brazen are these goons? Watch this video.
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Sene guy: We had given them an ultimatum to remove, they didn't even after 2 weeks. All these belong to Muslims
Cop: You should have given us an intimation
Sene guy: We have intimated everyone pic.twitter.com/AAVyUsTUEW
Muslim push cart vendors targeted outside Hanuman Temple in Dharwad. Sri Ram Sene members vandalize & destroy watermelon & other fruits.Ram Sene says #Muslim vendors shouldn't do business outside temples. Cops present at the location did nothing to stop the vandalism #Karnataka pic.twitter.com/gu0pCjt0lj
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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.
