Police warns Kannada activists

City Police Commissioner Praveen Sood on Saturday issued a stern warning to Kannada activists not to indulge in unlawful activities.

Speaking to reporters, Praveen Sood said, “I support the cause of Kannada culture and language, but the protest should be peaceful. Stern action will be taken against those indulging in violence in the name of Kannada.”

“Karnataka is my Karma Bhoomi. Kannada activists have all the right to fight for issues pertaining to land, culture and language. The police department will also support them if they protest within the framework of law,” he added.

The city police have filed cases against 36 Kannada activists, including Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV) activists, under IPC Section 153 and various other sections, for destroying public property at Metro stations across the city.

Meanwhile, Narayana Gowda, president, Karnataka Rakshana Vedike has said accused police of filing false cases against Kannada activists. “The police are registering false and fabricated cases against young Kannada activists, which will mar the future of activists.”