Shivamogga: ‘Where is the protection for us?’, asks slain Hindu activist Harsha’s family seeking police protection

Team Udayavani, Oct 25, 2022, 6:04 PM IST

Harsha's sister, Ashwini

Shivamogga: Family of Harsha, the murdered Bajrang Dal activist, has sought police protection after miscreants brandishing weapons created a ruckus at their residence in Karnataka’s Shivamogga district.

Ashwini, Harsha’s sister, said on Tuesday that the bike-borne miscreants, who killed her brother, would not spare his friends as well.

A group of nine persons wielding weapons created a ruckus and gave life threats to Harsha’s family members late Monday evening. They also assaulted a person, whose brother was involved with Hindu organizations.

“The authorities should protect our family. We had lost Harsha eight months ago. There have been many stabbing incidents reported in the region since then,” she said.

The BJP is ruling at the Centre and in the state. Shivamogga Assembly constituency is represented by the BJP, she added.

“But, when will we get protection? Harsha was targeted and killed. He was killed because of his association with Hindu organizations and Hindutva work. If he is killed, where is the protection for us?” Ashwini asked.

Meanwhile, BJP MLA and former Minister K.S. Eshwarappa said that the incident was a failure of the police department. He also chided that Congress and other parties were silent over the incident.

“This emboldens them and makes them think that they are supported by the Congress,” he added.

“The goondas should be tamed by their community elders, leaders, and religious heads. Not all Muslims are into this. A few are attempting to destroy the harmony and they should be effectively dealt with.”

The former Minister also said that Harsha’s sister and family members were like his own family and all protection would be ensured to them.

Eshwarappa represents the Shivamogga Assembly constituency. The Hindu organizations and activists are demanding that the ticket for the Shivamogga constituency must be given to Harsha’s sister.

The former BJP Minister added that he will abide by the party’s decision.

(With IANS inputs)