Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge criticizes RSS ideology, calls it anti-democratic, anti-national
Kalaburagi: Priyank Kharge, the Minister for Panchayat Raj and Rural Development in Karnataka, expressed his views on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) ideology during a press conference held in Kalaburagi on Saturday. He questioned whether anyone had genuinely benefited from adhering to the RSS ideology and labeled it as both anti-democratic and anti-national.
Speaking to reporters at the Aiwan-E-Shahi Guest House in the city, Kharge stated, "The RSS does not ensure employment opportunities for people. It neither contributes positively to society nor demonstrates patriotism in any meaningful way. I have no reservations about discussing the RSS, and I firmly assert that its ideology has not proved advantageous for any of its followers."
Kharge went on to say, "It is essential for the government to promote a scientific approach to education. It would be commendable if the government implements programs in line with the principles of the Indian Constitution." He added, "However, if the government chooses to saffronize education, such a move would be highly objectionable."
Furthermore, Kharge challenged the RSS to establish its own private educational institutions if it is truly enthusiastic about making a meaningful contribution to education in the country.
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Minor boy strangled to death for ransom in UP's Sultanpur
Sultanpur (PTI): A debt-ridden neighbour allegedly kidnapped and murdered an 11-year-old boy boy at Sultanpur, police said on Wednesday.
The accused, Asif alias Sonu, demanded a ransom of Rs 5,00,000 for releasing Osama alias Sahil to repay his debts, Kotwali police station SHO Naradmuni Singh said.
"The incident took place in the Gandhinagar locality of Sultanpur. The victim's father, Mohd Shakeel, said his son went missing on Monday night after he left to attend a wedding procession. Despite searches, there was no trace of the child," the SHO said.
On Wednesday morning, Osama's body with strangulation marks was found at the residence of the accused whom the police arrested, he said.
Asif, who lives in the same neighbourhood as the victim, exploited the trust built between the two families to carry out the crime, the officer said.
The killing of the minor boy has triggered outrage in the area with the residents demanding stringent punishment for the accused.
The victim's family has called for death penalty for Asif.
