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Will India Become Bharat?

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M Ananth Narayan
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Narendra Modi’s BJP has kept everyone guessing again by calling a special session in parliament from September 18th to September 22nd, 2023. Every channel is debating whether he is going to bring the name ‘Bharat’ as the official name of the country that has commonly been called ‘India’ as named by the British once. Some say that this will not be a change at all, as ‘Bharat’ was always prevalent along with the name ‘India,’ although ‘India’ was used more commonly in official communications and in day-to-day usage, whereas ‘Bharat’ was used from a regional communication standpoint. Here is how I see the impact of this.

The opposition parties who got together and, after a lot of deliberation, came up with the supposedly smart name for ‘I.N.D.I.A’ for their alliance against Modi will now be rattled, as Modi might outsmart their plan of making the 2024 elections ‘India vs. Modi.’ If Modi brings in a resolution in the special parliament session, holding the Sengol, that ‘India’ from today should be referred to as ‘Bharat’ for all official purposes, then he will set a new narrative that the name ‘India’ has a colonial flavor to it, was given by foreign forces to us, is not mentioned in any of our scriptures, and there is nothing in that name that represents our age-old civilization. The I.N.D.I alliance will find themselves on the wrong side automatically. What will they then claim to represent? It will become the fight between parties that represent the colonial elitist mindset, proudly calling their alliance ‘India,’ and the NDA that actually represents ‘Bharat,’ that every child born in this great land of ‘Bharatavarsha’ identifies themselves with. All the creative effort of whoever came up with this ‘brilliant’ alliance name, some say it was Rahul Gandhi, and some claim it was Mamata Banerjee, will immediately go down the drain, and this alliance will be left blinking on how to sustain their narrative. This will be a check and mate move by the master of masterstrokes, Narendra Damodardas Modi.

The opposition side claims that Modi is rattled by their alliance and the unity that’s being demonstrated in all the meetings that they have had. It’s not sure who is rattled – the side that had to get together even though they have a lot of issues and differences between them to oust one party and one man in the center or the side that is going strong with a leader who still enjoys the support of the majority of the people of ‘Bharat,’ who still want him to be the Prime Minister of ‘Bharat,’ based on all the survey results so far. The other salvo at Modi by the opposition parties is that he is doing politics by trying to change the name of the country for official purposes and is calling for a special session in Parliament without giving details of the agenda, etc. Why shouldn’t he do politics when every other party in the ‘dot-dot’ alliance does politics at the drop of the hat, be it any issue, however serious it may be, like the Manipur issue, and always see red when even any good step is taken like the reduction in cylinder price, etc. It is the opposition parties who get rattled with any achievement of ‘Bharat,’ like even the Chandrayaan 3 success, and are quick to issue statements that it’s ISRO and not Modi, fearing Modi will get the credit and the votes, which he is going to get anyway, as the mood of the nation shows.

The idea about giving predominance to the name ‘Bharat’ will make several parties in the ‘dot-dot’ alliance, like some in Tamil Nadu who have always taken an anti-Hindu, anti-Sanskrit stand, sit up and oppose the name ‘Bharat,’ claiming it to have a Sanskrit origin, Hindutva shade, etc., however baseless they may sound. The name ‘Bharat’ would definitely help the country and the ‘Bharatiyas’ to remove the colonial mindset that has been plaguing us for years now and will inspire the youth to take pride in our rich culture, our great ancient civilization, and the great lineage that they belong to. The name of a country really plays a role in shaping the mindset of a nation, and if the name personifies its civilizational and cultural ethos, nothing like it. Let’s wait and watch whether Modi creates history again!

Ananth Mahadevan is a political commentator based in Bengaluru.

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NIA Arrests Fugitive ISIS Thrissur Module Chief In Chennai, Thwarts Escape Bid

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The Commune
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In a significant breakthrough, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) apprehended the fugitive chief of the ISIS Thrissur module, Siyed Nabeel Ahammed, in Chennai today (September 6), thwarting his attempts to flee the country. Syed Nabeel Ahammed, who had been on the run for several weeks, was captured by the NIA’s Fugitive Tracking Team, which had been diligently tracking his movements.

Syed Nabeel Ahammed, “Ameer(leader)” of the Thrissur-based ISIS Module, was discovered in possession of incriminating documents and electronic equipment at the time of his arrest. His capture marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the activities of the Thrissur-based ISIS cell.

The NIA had been closely monitoring Siyed Nabeel’s movements, who had been hiding in various locations across Tamil Nadu and Karnataka in recent weeks. He had reportedly been planning to escape the country using falsified and fraudulent passports, with Nepal as a transit point.

This is the third arrest made in connection with the investigation into the Thrissur-based ISIS module since July. In a prior operation, the NIA apprehended one Ashif alias Mathilakath Kodayil Ashraf in July from his hideout near Sathyamangalam, Tamil Nadu. The NIA registered the case on July 11 based on credible information, invoking various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

The investigation revealed that the Thrissur-based ISIS module had been plotting acts of terror in Kerala, including raising funds for their nefarious activities through a series of illegal activities, including dacoities within the state. The group’s intention to carry out terror acts had raised serious concerns among law enforcement agencies.

The NIA issued a statement highlighting the growing threat posed by the ISIS in India. “ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) is a transnational militant Islamist terrorist group that is also known as Islamic State (IS) and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, as well as by its Arabic acronym Da’ish or Daesh. The organization has intensified its activities in India by positioning modules in various States and actively recruiting motivated youth who subscribe to its jihadist philosophy,” the NIA spokesperson said.

(with inputs from IndiaTodayNE)

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Shashi Tharoor Helps Physically Challenged Woman Who Cleared UPSC To Get Preferred Service

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The Commune
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In May 2023, Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram posted a congratulatory message on social media platform X, about two physically challenged students who cleared the civil services exams. He wrote, “Congratulations to two physically challenged students, Kajal Raju from Kasargode (L, in sari) & Sherin Shahana of Wayanad (R, in wheelchair), both part of HyderAli Shihab Thangal Academy, Perinthalmanna, under the KREA project of Najib Kantapuram MLA, who made it to the civil services through the UPSC exams!”

In July 2023, however, he said that Sherin Shahana had not been allocated any specific service because of limited quotas for people in her situation. He said, “Met with Sherin Shahana, the disabled Kerala woman from Wayanad who had made national news when she cracked the UPSC exams. She has been devastated not to be allocated a specific service because of limited quotas for people in her situation in the various services. I have taken up the matter with Dr Jitendra Singh who has promised to be helpful.”

Sherin Shahana, a 27-year-old from Wayanad who was a victim of domestic abuse and a paralysed body had been confined to a wheelchair from the age of 21 after a fall from the roof terrace. She cracked the civil services exams this year and secured the 913th rank. However, she was not allotted a service allegedly due to limited quotas for the physically challenged.

When the matter was taken up with Shashi Tharoor, he reached out to Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister in-charge of Department of Personnel & Traning. In just a matter of a month, Shashi Tharoor revealed that Sherin Shahana was allotted the Indian Railway Management Service cadre. In a rare display of political decency and respect, he congratulated Dr Jitendra Singh for his magnanimity. He wrote on X, “Delighted to report that after my interventions and discussions with PMOIndia minister Dr Jitendra Singh, Sherin Shahana has been allotted the Indian Railway Management Service cadre. It’s a victory for compassion and for the rights of the differently-abled. I congratulate my friend the Minister for the magnanimity and sagaciousness with which he handled this complicated problem and found a humane resolution. #GoodNews”

On this issue, netizens tweeted that on the ground, Shashi Tharoor is a very approachable MP and listens to his constituents with a keen ear. 

The Lone Sane Voice In Congress Party

While Congress MP and former party chief Rahul Gandhi makes it a point always to badmouth India whenever he goes abroad, Shashi Tharoor is that one sane voice in the entire party that has always spoken in support of the country.

He has spoken against the British on their very soil every single lambasting the colonial rule. He has voiced his objections to the museums housing Indian artifacts and refers to them as “stolen” every single time he speaks.

He has also pointed out the fact that British children do not study their true history. 

On Churchill, The Bengal Famine & The Loot

While the British are quick to dismiss any allegations about their former Prime Minister Winston Churchill, Shashi Tharoor takes on them by doling out facts about the tragic Bengal famine and the reasons for it.

 

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“I Support Udhayanidhi’s Words On Eradicating Sanatana Dharma”, Pa Ranjith Toes Arivalayam Line

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The Commune
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With backlash coming from all corners of the country for the comments made by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s son and Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, voices from their supporters are also heard.

This time it is Kollywood film director Pa Ranjith. He took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to post, “Minister Udhyanithi’s statement calling for abolishment of Santana Dharma is the core principle of anti-caste movement for centuries. The roots of inhumane practices in the name of caste and gender lies in the Sanatana Dharma. Revolutionary leader Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar, anti-caste reformers such as Iyotheedass Panditar, Thantai Periyar, Mahatma Phule, Sant Ravidas have all advocate the same in their anti-caste ideology. The malignant attitude of distorting the minister’s statement and misappropriating it as a call for genocide is unacceptable. The growing hate and hunt for the minister’s is very disturbing. I stand in support of Udhaynithi’s words calling for eradication of Sanatana Dharma to establish a society with social justice and equality. My solidarity to minister Udhaynithi Stalin!”

It is no surprise that someone like Pa Ranjith has made these comments supporting the eradication of Sanatana Dharma which is practiced and professed by more than 100 crore people in the country.

Pa Ranjith, who is known for incorporating anti-Hindu themes in his movies, had himself targeted Hinduism multiple times and also cast aspersions on one of Tamil Nadu’s prominent historical figures, Raja Raja Chola.

Speaking at a rally in 2019, Pa Ranjit said took a dig at Hindus saying “If you (Hindus) worship cows as God, I am the one who eats God.”

He also said that government should grab the lands belonging to Hindu mutts and give it to Dalits.

Additionally, Pa Ranjith proceeds to criticize one of the most illustrious rulers of the Chola dynasty, Raja Raja Chola. He described Raja Raja Chola’s reign as a period of darkness in history and promoted an inaccurate narrative by suggesting that caste-based oppression originated during Raja Raja Chola’s era.

His Christian And DMK Affiliation

In an interview with Sun TV in 2022, Ranjith confessed his love for Jesus. He said, “I saw a movie about Jesus in which he was portrayed as a normal human who performed divine acts. It hurt me to watch Jesus Christ crucified. I got connected to him in my childhood upon seeing that he bears the sins and sorrows of others.”

In the same interview, Pa. Ranjith discloses that his father was a staunch DMK supporter and was draped in black-red cloth during his funeral.

Vengaivayal Incident

The horrific incident of dumping of human faeces into a water tank used by Dalits of the Vengaivayal village in the Pudukottai district sent shockwaves across the state. However, condemnation from those who shout the caste word day in and day out did not even make a ripple. One such is Pa Ranjith – mere lipservice for the incident that happened. He tweeted, “The perpetrators must be given the strictest punishment”. That’s about it and they all went about their daily routine.

Hooch Tragedy

The director has remained zipped about the hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu that caused 23 deaths, in which the perpetrators have direct links to the DMK.

His latest comments supporting Udhayanidhi Stalin has once again led many on social media alleging that Pa. Ranjith continues to be a mouthpiece of Arivalayam. 

https://twitter.com/pumkapuku/status/1699069824431992879

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FIR Filed Against DMK’s Udhayanidhi Stalin For “Eradicate Sanatana Dharma” Remark, Congress’ Priyank Kharge Too Booked

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The Commune
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Following massive outrage across the country over DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin equating Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) to diseases and calling for its eradication, an FIR has been registered against him at the Civil Lines Police Station in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur on Tuesday (6 September 2023).

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s son and Karnataka Congress Minister Priyank Khargee too has been booked.

The FIR has been registered under Sections sections 295 A (deliberate and malicious acts to outrage religious feelings) and 153 A (promoting enmity between different religious groups) of the Indian Penal Code.

Speaking at the “Eradicate Sanatan Conclave”, DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said “The title of this conference has been excellently coined. You’ve named it as ‘Abolish Sanatanam Conference’ and not ‘Oppose Sanatanam Conference’, so my best wishes to that.”

“Mosquitoes, dengue, flu, malaria, corona – we should not oppose these things. They’ve to be eradicated completely. Same is the case with Santanam (Hinduism). Our first work should be to abolish/eradicate Sanatanam instead of opposing it. So, my appreciations to you all for giving an apt title to the meeting.“, DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said.

Following his comments, politicians including the alliance partners of DMK such as Congress and Shiva Sena, and some political commentators have condemned Udhayanidhi Stalin’s speech.

Former judges, government officials, and war veterans have collectively written a letter to the Chief Justice of India, urging him to initiate suo motu proceedings in response to the hate speech delivered by DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin.

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I.N.D.I Ally VCK Man Threatens To Raze Down Kanchi Sankara Mutt

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The Commune
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In yet another instance of an I.N.D.I ally making incendiary speech against Hinduism, a man from Thol. Thirumavalavan’s Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) threatened to raze down the Sankara Mutt in Kanchipuram.

This provocative speech comes from the VCK even as the dust is yet to settle down on DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s comments likening Sanatana Dharma to Dengue, Malaria, and Corona and calling for its eradication.

In the video shared by Tamil Nadu BJP leader Vinoj P. Selvam, the unidentified VCK cadre can be heard saying “If we congregate, this Sankara Mutt.. if the hundred of us here muster, we will smash it to smithereens and break it brick by brick, I am duty bound to give this warning.”

He further added “Thankfully, the police are here for protection. Because of the police protection, your religion has been saved. If not for them, by this time we would’ve razed it down to rubbles.”

This is not the first time that the VCK has spewed venom against Hinduism or threatened to raze down temples.

While participating in the “Eradicate Sanatana Conclave” in which Udhayanidhi also participated, Thirumvalavan instigated that Other Backward Castes should turn against Forward Caste to eradicate Sanatana Dharma.

The party’s head and Lok Sabha MP Thol. Thirumavalavan had earlier called the figurines in Hindu temple gopurams as ugly and dirty idols.

He had said “If the building has a dome, it is a mosque; if it is tall and straight, it is a church; and if it has dirty idols/dolls, it is a temple“.

He had himself called for the razing down Kanchipuram Kamakshi Temple and Srirangam Ranganathar Temple saying “You (Hindus) have destroyed Buddha Viharas to build temples for Shiva and Perumal…A Buddha Vihara should now come up where Ranganathar sleeps (Srirangam). Another Vihara must be built after pulling down Kanchi Kamakshi temple.”

During his recent visit to Malaysia to participate in the World Tamil Research Conference, Thirumavalavan made remarks that denigrated Sanatana Dharma (Hindu religion) while expressing admiration for other Abrahamic religions. His statements triggered immediate discontent among a section of the audience and several Malaysian Tamils and Malays, filed a complaint with the Malaysian authorities.

In November 2022, Thirumavalavan at the launch of a book store by Tamil separatist Thirumurugan Gandhi’s ‘May 17 Movement’, said that unlike Islam and Christianity, Hinduism is the only religion that is against brotherhood and has the worst social structure in the world.

He had in January 2021 went on a rant against Hindu god Murugan.

 

Outrage Over Udhayanidhi Stalin’s “Eradicate Sanatana Dharma” Remarks Sparks Boycott Of DMK Family-Owned Businesses

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The Commune
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In a wave of public condemnation, the recent remarks made by Udayanidhi Stalin, the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, about eradicating Sanatana Dharma have ignited a backlash that extends to businesses associated with the family. The controversy has led to a boycott campaign, with individuals expressing their displeasure by removing Sun Direct advertisement banners from their shops and even further.

The controversy erupted when Udayanidhi Stalin reportedly made disparaging comments about Sanatana Dharma, leading many to express their outrage and disappointment. The response to these comments has taken various forms, including symbolic acts of protest.

Calls for Boycott Of Karunanidhi Family-Owned Businesses

One video circulating on social media from Karnataka features a shop owner, a Sanatana Hindu, removing all Sun Direct advertisement banners from the walls of his shop. 

This symbolic act of protest serves as a demonstration of condemnation for Udayanidhi Stalin’s remarks. The voice-over says, “This video is a warning to Udhayanidhi Stalin. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s son Udhayanidhi Stalin has said derogatory words against Sanatana Dharma. In showing our condemnation for that, this Sanatani Hindu is removing all the Sun Direct advertisement banners that are on his shop walls. Jai Shri Ram Bharat Mata Ki Jai”.

In another video originating from one of the Telugu states, a Hindu individual can be seen damaging a “dish” device used for Sun Direct Network’s DTH service. The video is accompanied by a caption that says, “Udhayanidhi Stalin, who spoke about eradicating Sanatana Dharma, his family-run business Sun Direct Network DTH should not be in our house.”

Beyond symbolic actions, some netizens have questioned whether Hindus should take steps to boycott businesses connected to the Stalin/Karunanidhi family. 

https://twitter.com/hailhydra_01/status/1698222085464789305

These businesses include Red Giant Movies, owned by Udayanidhi himself, as well as Kalaignar TV, co-owned by Dayalu (Karunanidhi’s wife) and Kanimozhi (his daughter). Additionally, Rajathi Ammal and Kanimozhi are associated with Westgate Logistics Pvt Ltd.

Expansive Business Network

The Karunanidhi family’s business interests extend to various sectors, involving Udayanidhi’s cousin, Kalanithi Maran, who oversees the Sun Group. This conglomerate encompasses entities such as Sun Pictures, Sun Direct (DTH), Sumangali Cable Vision, SpiceJet (airline), Sunrisers Hyderabad (IPL team), and Sun Network.

The web of family-owned businesses includes Dayanidhi Azhagiri, son of MK Azhagiri (MK Stalin’s brother), who owns CloudNine Movies. Udhayanidhi’s wife, Kiruthiga, owns Inbox 1305, a weekly magazine. Several other family members are involved in smaller businesses, ranging from a cyber park and an event management company to an NGO.

The controversy surrounding Udayanidhi Stalin’s remarks has not only stirred public sentiment but has also raised questions about the intersection of politics and business. 

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TN BJP Youth Wing Functionary Self Immolates Allegedly Due To Police Excess, Annamalai Warns Police Of State Wide Repercussions

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The Commune
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In a tragic incident, the Tamil Nadu BJP youth wing vice president of Paramakudi Union has self-immolated allegedly due to police foisting false cases against him and harassing him.

In a strongly worded statement, Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai has condemned the police excess and accused the police force of being a lapdog of the ruling DMK government.

Annamalai said, “I am profoundly disturbed to learn that today, Mr. Tamilchelvan, the Vice President of the Youth Wing in the Paramakudi Union BJP, has resorted to self-immolation at the Parthibanur Police Station. This drastic action is a result of unfounded charges and persistent oppression by the Tamil Nadu Police.”

Annamalai added, “The complete transformation of the Tamil Nadu Police Department into a lapdog of the DMK is a matter of grave concern. Forgetting that everyone is equal before the law, the ruling party’s intimidation and harassment of the BJP will not be tolerated.”

He went on to say, “Tamil Nadu BJP Ramanathapuram District President Mr. Tharani Murugesan and Tamil Nadu BJP State President Mr. Ramesh Siva staged a protest in front of the police station against police repression. I urge that if this kind of discrimination by the police continues, they will have to face opposition from the BJP all over Tamil Nadu.”

The Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) led by its State President Ramesh Shiva conducted a road bloackade in Ramanathapuram district condemning the police.

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DMK Spokie Says People Of UP And Bihar Lack Intelligence Because Of Sanatana Dharma

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The Commune
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DMK spokesperson Constantine Ravindran has sparked controversy by what can be construed as a racist statement, asserting that people of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar lack common sense and intelligence because of the domination of Santana Dharma.

This statement from a DMK’s official spokesperson comes even as the dust is yet to settle on Udhayanidhi Stalin likening Sanatana Dharma to Dengue, Malaria, and Corona and calling for its eradication.

Udhayanidhi Stalin made these comments during the Eradicate Sanatanam Conclave” organized by Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers and Artists Association at Chennai, akin to the anti-Hindu Dismantling Global Hindutva conference that was held in 2021.

Following his comments, politicians including the alliance partners of DMK such as Congress and Shiva Sena, and some political commentators have condemned Udhayanidhi Stalin’s speech.

In this situation, as the pressure on DMK was mounting nationwide for the hate speech of Udhayanidhi Stalin. Former judges, government officials, and war veterans have collectively written a letter to the Chief Justice of India, urging him to initiate suo motu proceedings in response to the hate speech delivered by DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin.

And now to make things worse, DMK spokesperson Constantine Ravindran made a racist statement claiming that the people of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh are uneducated, and lack common sense and intelligence because of prevalence of Sanatana Dharma.

While responding to a question on whether Udhayanidhi’s remarks on the eradication of Sanatana Dharma will affect the votes of I.N.D.I alliance, Constantine Ravindran said, “Certainly the statement of Udhayanidhi will have no negative impact. Did anyone from Kerala, Karnataka, or Andhra make any statements against Udhayanidhi? Nothing. Even in North India, did everyone accept Sanatana Dharma in places like West Bengal? West Bengal was ruled by Communists. Did Communists accept Sanatana Dharma?”

He added, “Only in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, do people follow Sanatanam. No one is educated there because Sanatanam flourished in those states. They do not have intelligence. They do not have rationality in their life. In these two states, there may be a small impact. But those two states will not affect us.”

It is worth noting that the state of Bihar is ruled by Nitish Kumar of Janata Dal (United) and Tejasvi Yadav of Rashtriya Janata Dal who are part of I.N.D.I Alliance in which DMK is also a member. The DMK spokesperson’s racially insensitive remark targeting the people of Bihar is bound to further anger coalition partners, JDU and RJD. This internal discord is giving rise to significant skepticism among political analysts regarding the alliance’s viability leading up to the upcoming parliamentary elections next year.

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Alarming Rise in Child Abuse Cases Rocks Kerala, Will Pinarayi Vijayan Take Action?

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The Commune
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A troubling situation has unfolded in Kerala, demanding immediate attention, as the state grapples with a disturbing surge in cases of child abuse. According to a recent report released by the Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, Kerala witnessed a staggering 4,582 cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in the last year alone. These disheartening figures underscore the urgent need for intervention to safeguard the state’s children.

Perpetrators

The annual report for 2022-23 by the Commission paints a grim picture, revealing that out of the 5,002 individuals accused in these cases, 4,643 were male, and 115 were female. Even more concerning is that 908 individuals on the list were identifiable as potential threats to children, with 601 of them being neighbors and 170 being teachers. An additional 801 people were identified as potential suitors. 

Victims

Most victims in these cases were girls, primarily falling within the age group of 15 to 18 years. The statistics highlight the pervasive nature of child abuse across various settings, with 1,004 incidents taking place in children’s homes, 133 in schools, 102 in vehicles, 99 in hotels, and 96 in friends’ houses. Shockingly, 60 cases occurred within religious institutions, 29 in hospitals, and 12 in childcare facilities. Notably, out of the 4,642 children who became victims of sexual violence, 55 were aged 0-4, and 367 were aged 5-9, underscoring the vulnerability of even the youngest members of society.

The data reveals a deeply troubling trend in Kerala, where the number of POCSO cases has quadrupled in the decade since the enactment of the POCSO Act in 2012. From a mere 1,002 reported cases in 2013, the figure has surged to an alarming 4,582 in 2022.

This surge in child abuse cases has raised serious questions about the safety and well-being of children in the state. Recent incidents, including the tragic case of Chandini, have highlighted the pressing need for decisive action to protect Kerala’s children.

Adding to the concern, the Kerala Police have released figures indicating that 214 children have lost their lives due to criminal cases over the past seven years, during the tenure of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Moreover, the data shows a disturbing total of 31,364 reported incidents of violence against children from 2016 to May 2023, with 9,604 children being victims of sexual assault during this period.

These shocking statistics cast doubt on the effectiveness of leadership in the state and prompt questions about the government’s responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of its youngest citizens. The situation has ignited a call for immediate and comprehensive measures to address this grave concern and protect Kerala’s children from harm.

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