Bengaluru: BJP MP Pratap Simha's remarks have sparked a controversy, with Minister of Large and Medium Industries MB Patil responding strongly during a press conference held at his residence in Sadashivnagar on Tuesday. Patil accused Simha of being akin to a scorpion and claimed that BJP National Organization General Secretary BL Santosh had nurtured him, along with several other individuals. Patil expressed his disappointment with Simha's continuous personal attacks against him and emphasized the need for respectful discourse.
Addressing the media, Patil stated that he values and respects everyone, highlighting the cultural ethos of inclusiveness. He refuted Simha's characterization of him as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's follower and labeled such accusations baseless. Patil criticized Simha for his lack of knowledge regarding the significance of industrial portfolio, citing his own role as Minister of Large and Medium Industries. He further added that Simha should ask significance of the portfolio to PM Modi.
Patil clarified that his reference to BL Santosh should not be misconstrued as an insult to the entire Brahmin community. He affirmed the positive and cordial relationship he shares with the Brahmin community, inviting anyone interested to witness it in Vijayapura. Patil called upon Simha to cease his personal attacks and expressed concern about Simha's state of mind.
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Patil also highlighted his longstanding support for the Brahmin community, citing his contributions to various temples, including the Halagali and Hanuman temples in Vijayapura. He emphasized the positive recognition he has received from the community for his efforts. Patil criticized Simha for his ill-informed and tasteless comments, highlighting the need for responsible and informed discourse.
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Belthangady: Khazi Shaikhuna Thwaka Ahmed Musliyar of Dakshina Kannada District handed over the keys of a renovated house to the family of the late Ramalan Azhari during a program organized by the Dakshina Kannada District Janiyyatul Muallimin on Thursday at Kajur Perdadi Ajmer Khaja Juma Masjid.
The event was presided over by District Janiyyatul Muallimeen President Shansuddin Darimi Pammale Madannur, with Secretary Muhammad Navi Mundole welcoming the attendees. Engineer Muhammad Twahir Bangerakatte was honored on the occasion for his commendable efforts in renovating the house.
District Janiyyatul Muallimin Vice President Ashraf Faizhi Belthangady, SKSBV District Convenor Ashraf Hanifi Karaya, Muhammadali Darimi Kukkaje, SKSSF East District Secretary Harris Kausar, District Muallimin Councilor Abdul Razak Madani Suratkal Range, Rafiq Darimi Moodabidri Range, Phaluluddin Musliar Mangaluru Range, Nisar Musliar Bantwala Range, KM Siddique Faizadi, Karajdi Range Secretary Abdul Aziz Ashshafi, Hamid Faizi Gurupura, and Belthangady Range teachers, members of the board of directors of Kajur Perdadi Ajmer Khaja Juma Masjid, and village leaders participated in the event.