CNC observes Thok Namme

Codava National Council observed Thok Namme at an estate in Kolakere near Napoklu on Monday.

Speaking after offering prayers to firearms, CNC President N U Nachappa said that 'Thok Namme' (Gun Carnival) is organised to highlight the significance that guns represent in Kodava culture and life. "Possessing firearms is a right of the Kodavas. It is also a religious and cultural symbol of the Kodavas. The programme is being conducted in order to create awareness on the constitutional rights of Kodavas to own a gun. The programme also features mass worship of guns and aims to pass the message to the government that the possession of a gun is a birthright of a Kodava," he said.

Nine resolutions, including urging the government to recognise the importance of guns in Kodava culture were passed on the occasion.