Naveddu Nilladiddare, Karnataka expresses solidarity with justice march to Hassan on May 30, 2024
Bengaluru: Naveddu Nilladiddare, a coalition of organizations and individuals advocating for women's and human rights issues, has announced its solidarity with the upcoming "Namma nadige, Haasanada Kadege" Justice March to Hassan. Organized by a federation of progressive groups in Hassan, the march aims to address recent criminal sexual assaults allegedly committed by Prajwal Revanna, the Member of Parliament from Hassan.
Expected to draw approximately 10,000 participants, the protest will feature activists from diverse backgrounds, including women's rights, Dalit, labor, farmers, backward castes, minorities, sexual and gender minorities, tribals, students, and retired government officials. The demonstrators will meet on May 30, 2024, in Hassan to voice their demands and condemn the alleged crimes perpetrated by Prajwal Revanna.
Key objectives of the march include:
- Condemning Prajwal Revanna for alleged criminal acts of sexual violence and misuse of political power.
- Urging authorities to issue a red corner notice, freeze accounts, and cancel diplomatic passports to facilitate the accused's arrest.
- Advocating for the protection, counseling, legal assistance, and rehabilitation of victims.
- Demanding accountability for individuals involved in the distribution of illicit materials and calling for their punishment.
- Requesting specialized cyber police intervention to remove compromising content from the internet.
- Criticizing the exploitation of survivors for political gain and challenging societal attitudes toward sexual assault victims.
Protestors will present a comprehensive list of demands to the state government, urging action against Prajwal Revanna and all involved parties. Additionally, Naveddu Nilladiddare has issued a personal appeal to women and citizens in Hassan, encouraging them to speak out against injustice and offering support to those who come forward.
In the weeks leading up to the march, Naveddu Nilladiddare will collaborate with local organizations to distribute appeal letters across villages in Hassan and Holenarsipur.
Among others the representatives of Naveddu Nilladiddare who spoke at the press conference included Vimala KS, AIDWA; Akkai Padmashali, transgender and political activist, Ondede; Maitreyi Krishnan, AIPWA/AILAJ; Mamatha Yajman, Gamana Mahila Samuha, and Akhila Vidyasandra, Karnataka Mahila Dourjanya Virodhi Okkoota.
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PM Modi embarks on three-nation visit beginning with Jordan
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday embarked on a visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman -- countries which enjoy civilizational ties and exceptional bilateral relations with India.
"First, I will be visiting Jordan, on the invitation of His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. This historic visit will mark 75 years of establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries," the prime minister said in his departure statement.
Modi will hold detailed discussions with Jordanian King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, and will also meet Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah.
In his first visit to Ethiopia, the prime minister will address the Joint Session of Parliament and share his thoughts on India's journey as the "Mother of Democracy" and the value that the India-Ethiopia partnership can bring to the Global South.
The prime minister will also hold discussions with Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and meet the Indian diaspora.
"On the final leg of my journey, I will visit the Sultanate of Oman. My visit will mark 70 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Oman," Modi said.
In Muscat, the prime minister will hold discussions with the Sultan of Oman on strengthening the Strategic Partnership as well as a strong commercial and economic relationship.
"I will also address a gathering of the Indian diaspora in Oman, which has contributed immensely to the country's development and in enhancing our partnership," Modi said.
