BJP Leader CT Ravi Demands Probe Amidst Allegations of Police Misconduct and Controversial Remarks
Tensions ran high in Karnataka as BJP opposition leader R Ashoka demanded a CBI inquiry into the police action on party MLC CT Ravi, who was allegedly mistreated by police, amidst allegations of using derogatory language against Child Welfare Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar.
R Ashoka, in a statement, alleged that the state police are incapable of performing their duties independently and are instead taking orders from Congress bosses. He claimed that Ravi was taken from the fields to quarries where he was assaulted and mishandled by police. Ravi himself is seeking a judicial probe into the incident and also demands an investigation into the mobile phones of police officers involved. As the controversy unfolds, Karnataka Women's Commission Chairperson Nagalakshmi Chowdhary has written to the Legislative Council Chairperson Basavaraj Horatti, seeking a high-level probe against Ravi, citing his alleged obscene remarks as an insult to women's dignity.
The incident has drawn sharp reactions from Karnataka's political leaders. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar labelled Ravi a "foul mouth" legislator, while Home Minister G Parameshwara declined to comment, stating the matter is sub judice. However, he praised the police for apprehending 24 people involved in an alleged attempt to assault Ravi. Meanwhile, Ravi's son has denied the allegations against his father, saying that he would never use such language, especially towards women. Ravi has denied all allegations and claimed that the case against him is false. This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
The controversy has ignited a fierce debate over police conduct, party politics, and personal conduct within the Karnataka Legislative Council. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the government and the opposition will navigate this crisis, and what measures will be taken to address the allegations against Ravi and the police.