Will not stop tweeting, will not stop questioning: Actor Chetan Kumar after his release from jail
Bengaluru: Sandalwood actor Chetan Kumar Ahimsa who was arrested over a tweet on a judge hearing the Hijab row, was on Monday released from jail after a court had granted him bail on Friday.
The Court while hearing his bail plea had granted him bail on Friday evening but owing to the fourth Saturday, the formalities were pending and he was released on Monday.
After his release from jail, Chetan said he would not stop tweeting and questioning.
“This is democracy and we have the right to question. I will not stop questioning irrespective of who is against me,” he said after his release from jail.
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Protest over ATM staff shooting ends after assurance from MP Sagar Khandre
Bidar: A major protest erupted in front of the district government hospital following a deadly shooting incident involving State Bank of India ATM staff. One staff member was killed, and another critically injured when unidentified assailants opened fire as they attempted to deposit money at the ATM.
The incident drew public outrage, with family members of the victims and local residents gathering outside the hospital. They demanded immediate compensation, job security for a family member, and expedited post-mortem procedures, criticizing the absence of senior officials and government representatives earlier in the day.
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MP Sagar Khandre later arrived to offer condolences and address the protesters' concerns. Responding to demands, he assured that he would discuss the matter with the Chief Minister to arrange for two acres of land and a government job for the victim’s family. Additionally, he confirmed that since the case falls under the Atrocity Act, the Social Welfare Department would provide Rs. 8 lakh in compensation.
Following his assurances, the protest was called off, bringing temporary relief to the tense situation. Police investigations into the robbery and shooting are ongoing, with senior officials, including IGP Ajay Hiroli, overseeing the case.
