Kavitha Reddy speaks out against appointment of Sowmya Reddy as Karnataka Mahila Congress President
Bengaluru: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has appointed Sowmya Reddy, former Jayanagar MLA and daughter of State Minister Ramalinga Reddy, as the President of the Karnataka Pradesh Mahila Congress Committee. Along with her new role, Reddy holds the positions of General Secretary of the All India Mahila Congress (AIMC) and the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC).
However, the appointment has sparked criticism within the party. KPCC General Secretary Kavitha Reddy expressed her dissatisfaction, calling it a "grave injustice" to the many independent women leaders who have been working for the party based on merit and were contenders for the post for the past two years.
As an Ambedkarite, Reddy said that independent women leaders who have risen through hard work and competency are often overlooked due to caste considerations. She stressed that social justice and gender justice should not just be part of the discourse but should be implemented in action to strengthen both the party and the nation.
Reddy also voiced concerns about the impact of consistently giving opportunities to ministers' children, stating that it demotivates party workers and diminishes the aspiration to enter politics. She urged for the nurturing of independent and strong women leadership, highlighting its importance for both the party and the country.
Despite her criticism, Reddy affirmed her respect for the party's decision and commitment to continue working as a true Congresswoman and believer in Rahul Gandhi's fearless politics, while making her views known.
In addition to Reddy's appointment, the AICC also announced new presidents for the Mahila Congress in other states, including Chuku Nachi for Andhra Pradesh and Nandita Hooda for Chandigarh.
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UP: Govt hospital staff booked for sexually assaulting woman in pretext of ultrasound test
Gorakhpur (PTI): A hospital employee was booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in the pretext of an ultrasound test here in the district women's hospital, police said on Saturday.
According to the complaint, the woman, a resident of the Gulriha area, visited the district women's hospital on Thursday morning for an ultrasound test.
She was directed to a room, where Abhimanyu Gupta was conducting ultrasounds. When her turn came, the accused allegedly stared at her and told her to remove all her clothes, claiming it was necessary for the test and that a massage would also be required, she said.
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The woman alleged that once she complied, the accused began making obscene advances and tried to force himself on her. When she screamed, he allegedly gagged her, abused her and threatened to kill her before pushing her out of the room.
She said her complaints within the hospital went unheard, forcing her to approach the police.
Taking cognisance of the complaint, the hospital administration constituted a three-member inquiry committee, officials said.
Senior consultant (paediatrics) Dr Jay Kumar said, "The woman has levelled serious allegations against a staff member. Senior officials have been informed, and a departmental inquiry is underway. Strict action will be taken if the charges are proved."
Kotwali Station House Officer Chatrapal Singh said a case has been registered, and efforts are on to nab the accused.
