File sedition case against anti-constitution remarks: HC Mahadevappa
Bengaluru: Karnataka Social Welfare Minister Dr. HC Mahadevappa has strongly criticised Uttar Pradesh’s Shambhavi Peethadhishwar Swami Anand Swaroop Maharaj for his statement regarding the unveiling of a new 501-page "Constitution" based on Ram Rajya, Manusmriti, Dharmashastra, and Chanakya's texts at the Mahakumbh Mela on February 3.
In a press release, Dr. Mahadevappa expressed outrage over the remarks, stating that the nation observed Republic Day on January 26, paying tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution. He emphasised that the Constitution, which upholds equality and justice, remains the cornerstone of India's progress and unity.
"While the entire nation reveres the Constitution, it is alarming to see Swamiji announcing the unveiling of a new 'Constitution' that contradicts its fundamental values. It is shocking that such remarks, which undermine the very essence of our democracy, have not been adequately highlighted as treacherous by most media outlets," he said.
Dr. Mahadevappa also pointed out the recurring anti-Constitutional rhetoric, referring to the recent remarks made by the Pejawar Swamiji in Udupi. He stated that these views are not new but part of a historical struggle against regressive ideologies.
Criticising Manusmriti and other religious texts cited in Swamiji's proposed Constitution, he remarked, "Manusmriti, which denies equal rights to women and perpetuates caste-based discrimination, has no place in a modern, democratic society. This new document is essentially another version of Manusmriti, which Dr Ambedkar had symbolically burnt. It is the duty of every Indian to reject and resist such attempts."
Dr. Mahadevappa urged the central government to file a sedition case against Swami Anand Swaroop Maharaj for his remarks, which he described as seditious and harmful to the nation’s unity.
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Delhi's air quality in 'very poor' category at 386, 'severe' at 16 stations
New Delhi (PTI): The air quality in the national capital was recorded in the "very poor" category on Sunday morning, with an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 386, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Data from the CPCB's Sameer app revealed that 16 monitoring stations in the city reported air quality in the "severe" category, while the remaining stations recorded "very poor" levels.
As per CPCB standards, an AQI between 0 and 50 is considered "good", 51 to 100 "satisfactory", 101 to 200 "moderate", 201 to 300 "poor", 301 to 400 "very poor", and 401 to 500 "severe".
The minimum temperature settled at 9.4 degrees Celsius, which is 1.3 degrees above the season's average, while the humidity was recorded at 91 per cent at 8:30 am, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The maximum temperature is expected to hover around 17 degrees Celsius, with the IMD forecasting a yellow alert for the city due to moderate fog.
