CT Ravi was arrested by the Bengaluru police on Thursday based on a complaint by state minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar for allegedly using derogatory remarks against her in the Legislative Council. He was subsequently released after an interim order passed by the Karnataka High Court.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday inaugurated a 371-bed facility of the Jayadeva hospital in Kalaburagi, Karnataka, highlighting it as an important facility for the healthcare system in Kalyan Karnataka.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar urged the Bharatiya Janata Party to 'introspect their their conduct,' saying that the party would not be bothered by Congress if they admit that making derogatory remarks against others is part of their culture.
The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has announced plans to launch a campaign called "Bangladeshi Goods, Quit India" in response to the atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh, according to a press release issued by the CTI.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Saturday refused to comment on the case against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader CT Ravi, stating that since the case is in court, it is "not right" to discuss it.
The case against Ravi was filed by Karnataka Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar who alleged that CT Ravi used derogatory words against her in the Legislative Council.
The case against Ravi was filed by Karnataka Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar who alleged that CT Ravi used derogatory words against her in the Legislative Council.
"I was shocked when I heard the allegations. I know my father, he would never use such abusive language for anyone, especially women. He treats everyone with respect, whether young or old. I never doubted my father for a moment," Surya told ANI.
"I am not trying to trivialize the arrest in any manner. The main contentions that we have taken are that if it is an offence which is punishable in 3 years or 1 year, what is the need to have him arrested right away?" the advocate stated.