Remark Hurting The Self-Respect Of The Dalit Community Are Condemnable Rangappa Gosul: Demands Public Apology From Kumarswamy!
Remarks Hurting the Self-Respect of the Dalit Community Are Condemnable: Rangappa Gosul Demands Public Apology from Kumaraswamy!
Speaking Against the Principles of the Constitution and Social Justice Is Unacceptable; Protest Will Be Intensified If the Remarks Are Not Withdrawn
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Devadurga, November 14: Former Devadurga Municipal Council President Rangappa Gosul strongly condemned Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy for using the term "Dalit-Balita" while referring to Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge. He demanded that Kumaraswamy immediately withdraw his remarks and issue a public apology to Priyank Kharge and the Dalit community.
Speaking to reporters in the town on Saturday, Rangappa Gosul said that some people are unable to tolerate the functioning of the Congress government, which is committed to constitutional governance in the state. He alleged that such remarks reflect an attitude of intolerance towards Dalit leaders holding positions of power and responsibility.
He further stated that Kumaraswamy appears to have been influenced by the ideology of Manusmriti due to his association with the BJP alliance. He also alleged that the issue surrounding the use of the phrase "Halli Guggu" was being misunderstood and presented in a misleading manner to divert the attention of rural people.
Public representatives holding responsible positions must exercise caution while making statements, particularly on sensitive issues concerning social equality, caste discrimination and the dignity of different communities, he said.
Gosul questioned why Kumaraswamy, despite being a Union Minister, was focusing on criticising Minister Priyank Kharge instead of concentrating on Central Government schemes, development initiatives and public issues. At a time when leaders should be discussing the state's development and people's welfare, giving priority to personal criticism is unfortunate, he added.
Referring to various controversies, including the sting operation issue, Gosul alleged that Kumaraswamy was repeatedly targeting Priyank Kharge out of frustration and an inability to accept the functioning of the Congress government. Such repeated statements have made ordinary people frustrated, he said.
He emphasised that political differences should be expressed through healthy democratic discussions and that no leader should make statements that hurt the sentiments of any caste or community.
Maintaining social harmony in the state is the responsibility of every political leader. However, attempts to create unnecessary confusion in the name of political protests by the JD(S) are not appropriate. Although protests are a democratic right, they should not disturb peace and harmony in society. The dignity and self-respect of the Dalit community must be protected at all times, he stated.
Gosul strongly demanded that Kumaraswamy immediately withdraw his remarks and publicly apologise to Minister Priyank Kharge and the Dalit community. Otherwise, Congress party workers, various organisations and progressive thinkers would unite and intensify their protests, he warned.
On this occasion, former Devadurga Block Congress President Abdul Aziz and leaders Bapugouda Patil Chikkahonnakuni, Ameen Basha Gourampet, Malleshappa Hunabada, Manappa Mestry and Ramesh Chalavadi, among others, were present.
Speaking Against the Principles of the Constitution and Social Justice Is Unacceptable; Protest Will Be Intensified If the Remarks Are Not Withdrawn
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Devadurga, November 14: Former Devadurga Municipal Council President Rangappa Gosul strongly condemned Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy for using the term "Dalit-Balita" while referring to Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge. He demanded that Kumaraswamy immediately withdraw his remarks and issue a public apology to Priyank Kharge and the Dalit community.
Speaking to reporters in the town on Saturday, Rangappa Gosul said that some people are unable to tolerate the functioning of the Congress government, which is committed to constitutional governance in the state. He alleged that such remarks reflect an attitude of intolerance towards Dalit leaders holding positions of power and responsibility.
He further stated that Kumaraswamy appears to have been influenced by the ideology of Manusmriti due to his association with the BJP alliance. He also alleged that the issue surrounding the use of the phrase "Halli Guggu" was being misunderstood and presented in a misleading manner to divert the attention of rural people.
Public representatives holding responsible positions must exercise caution while making statements, particularly on sensitive issues concerning social equality, caste discrimination and the dignity of different communities, he said.
Gosul questioned why Kumaraswamy, despite being a Union Minister, was focusing on criticising Minister Priyank Kharge instead of concentrating on Central Government schemes, development initiatives and public issues. At a time when leaders should be discussing the state's development and people's welfare, giving priority to personal criticism is unfortunate, he added.
Referring to various controversies, including the sting operation issue, Gosul alleged that Kumaraswamy was repeatedly targeting Priyank Kharge out of frustration and an inability to accept the functioning of the Congress government. Such repeated statements have made ordinary people frustrated, he said.
He emphasised that political differences should be expressed through healthy democratic discussions and that no leader should make statements that hurt the sentiments of any caste or community.
Maintaining social harmony in the state is the responsibility of every political leader. However, attempts to create unnecessary confusion in the name of political protests by the JD(S) are not appropriate. Although protests are a democratic right, they should not disturb peace and harmony in society. The dignity and self-respect of the Dalit community must be protected at all times, he stated.
Gosul strongly demanded that Kumaraswamy immediately withdraw his remarks and publicly apologise to Minister Priyank Kharge and the Dalit community. Otherwise, Congress party workers, various organisations and progressive thinkers would unite and intensify their protests, he warned.
On this occasion, former Devadurga Block Congress President Abdul Aziz and leaders Bapugouda Patil Chikkahonnakuni, Ameen Basha Gourampet, Malleshappa Hunabada, Manappa Mestry and Ramesh Chalavadi, among others, were present.