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Goa Chief Justice Disowns Anti-Hindutva Slogan After CM Sawant's Warning
✍️ India Today
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 01:59 AM
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The Chief Justice of the Goa High Court distanced himself from an anti-Hindutva slogan after Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant warned of possible legal action. The clarification came amid rising political tensions over the slogan's use.
The Chief Justice of the Goa High Court issued a statement clarifying that he does not endorse the anti-Hindutva slogan that had been circulating in certain circles.
This clarification followed a warning from Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who said that such slogans could attract legal scrutiny and that appropriate action would be considered if necessary.
The development underscores the sensitivity around religious and political expressions in the state, with both judicial and executive offices addressing the issue publicly.
Officials from both offices have urged maintaining decorum and respecting the rule of law while expressing opinions.
This clarification followed a warning from Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who said that such slogans could attract legal scrutiny and that appropriate action would be considered if necessary.
The development underscores the sensitivity around religious and political expressions in the state, with both judicial and executive offices addressing the issue publicly.
Officials from both offices have urged maintaining decorum and respecting the rule of law while expressing opinions.