Pro-Israel post on X - Doctor of Mangaluru origin in Bahrain arrested


Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (MS)

Mangaluru, Oct 22: Dr Sunil Rao of city origin, who is serving as doctor in Bahrain for the past 10 years was arrested by Bahrain police for putting pro-Israel post on social media platform X. He is already rusticated from his job.

Sunil Rao, who works as a specialist in Royal Bahrain Hospital posted on X supporting the act of Israel and opposing Palestine. Some netizens tagged this post to administration of Bahrain government and urged for action.

Bahrain is a gulf nation and it supported Palestine and opposed the action of Israel. Hence, the government considered the post of Dr Sunil seriously and he is arrested. The hospital authorities dismissed Dr Sunil from service saying that his tweet was objectionable and he has violated the code of conduct of the hospital.

Though Dr Sunil tendered apology on X, the hospital authorities did not change their stance. Dr Sunil had completed his MD from a well-known private medical college in Mangaluru. He was working in the internal medicine department of Royal Bahrain hospital for the past 10 years. His wife and two children are also settled in Bahrain.

 

 

 

 

  

Top Stories

Comment on this article

  • Sherwin Pinto, Nanthoor

    Tue, Oct 24 2023

    What else can you expect from Bahrain !! However, the amount of casteist comments on Doctor is just mind-blowing! And Indians expecting Freedom of Expression in India and commenting *'While in Rome do as Romans do'* and nonsense! Lol, hypocrisy overloaded :) ha ha ha

    DisAgree [3] Agree [4] Reply Report Abuse

  • WELL WISHER, M'lore

    Tue, Oct 24 2023

    is it necessary to write pro Israel while living in a Islamic country...

    DisAgree [3] Agree Reply Report Abuse

  • Rita, Germany

    Tue, Oct 24 2023

    Rathan mangalore ,we cant say they have no right to arrest him because it is their country and law.They can act as they want.Others are foreigners and who goes against their will or do,write have the right to punish or arrest debar from country immediately or in jail.It is well known ,no political mixing say against govt.Then why extra activities.I too am Baff about this .Thought he will loose only job but it is more than that.Wait and see.One shouldnt take mouthfull.It will choke one day.Shouldnt show our wisdom !where it is not needed.Very sad.Lesson to all left behind.

    DisAgree [1] Agree [2] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rajender, Mangalore

    Mon, Oct 23 2023

    When people are dying DOctors are trained to be compassionate Care .. ....HENCE it is a hypocritical oath.! Taken .. WHEN IN ROME LIVE LIKE THE ROMANS

    DisAgree Agree [7] Reply Report Abuse

  • KS Mayya, Mangalore/Bangalore

    Mon, Oct 23 2023

    Despite contribution to that country, Dr. Rao probably forgot that he is not from Europe or US. Despite the wealth and technology in daily life and advances made from oil, they are still stuck in the racist past. Would they have had guts to arrest a white skinned guy if he had posted this on X? What is even more intriguing is that Bahrain and UAE are on the side of Israel and have demonstrated time and again their disdain towards Palestinians, typical dual speak of countries there. Finally, it begs a question as to what motivated Dr Rao to post the same in X? He aged there and has kids settled in Bahrain. Was he so much out of touch from reality in that country?

    DisAgree [12] Agree [6] Reply Report Abuse

  • zoho, dxb

    Mon, Oct 23 2023

    better not to tweet when drunk.

    DisAgree [2] Agree [6] Reply Report Abuse

  • Sultan, Mangalore/UAE

    Mon, Oct 23 2023

    Go back to Mangalore at eat Maamus pode.till then enjoy beef biryani in jail

    DisAgree [7] Agree [11] Reply Report Abuse

  • Mangalorean, Mangalore

    Mon, Oct 23 2023

    Dr. RAO Must have made huge wealth from Bahrain forgotten what is right to speak out. Remember in GCC respect the law of country live peacefully be happy. No body will poke his nose in others matter. Bahrain is a beautiful place to live. Lesson for hate mongers.

    DisAgree [6] Agree [32] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rizwan, Dubai

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Who's next? Waiting for the next post. One position is vacant now in the hospital. ;)

    DisAgree [4] Agree [12] Reply Report Abuse

  • Don, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    In the democratic and free world, freedom of speech is the bedrock of their societies. Freedom of speech is allowing the opposing sides to air their views, that the other side DOES NOT want to even hear. In the non democratic world there is no democracy, so no human rights and hence no freedom of speech. Every one must either shut up, or just tow the official line whether they like it or not. So the big question is, why didn't the doctor realize this painful truth? Respectfully, I would humbly request that Sunil be forgiven and he gets reinstated. After all we all are humans, and we all seek each others pardon, as we at times too tend to err.

    DisAgree [7] Agree [16] Reply Report Abuse

  • k b r, Mangala Uru

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    this "shakha bhakth" drama of doing mischief and then tendering apology does not work all the time ...

    DisAgree [12] Agree [15] Reply Report Abuse

  • T.Lobo, Bejai

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    IFA minister Jayshankar must get him out.

    DisAgree [5] Agree [11] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ramachandra Baliga, Hampankatta/Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Bhattare eer kudlod pulikodell tind 'JANA SEVEYEY JANARDHANA SAYVE ' malpuna budhu, beef biryanidha parimala gaythonrek avlu poyar. eethey thlay pachithi.

    DisAgree [2] Agree [10] Reply Report Abuse

  • alfria, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    In whatever mindset he was but one thing was for sure being in Bahrain for 10 year's he should have known that all gulf countries are pro Palestine and should have not posted it now his wife and children will suffer because of his foolish act.

    DisAgree [13] Agree [29] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rudolf Rodrigues, Mumbai -Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Suddenly remembered that old adage: "Pen 🖊️ is mightier than the Sword"

    DisAgree [12] Agree [18] Reply Report Abuse

  • ABConcern, Canada

    Mon, Oct 23 2023

    It's a very serious offense. Now he has to bow under the sword. Long wait for the ultimate deportation.. . We may hear the third and last follow up news on this after sometime ...

    DisAgree [1] Agree [8] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rudolf Rodrigues, Mumbai -Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    One thing one has to be extremely careful when he/she is punching on popular social media platforms; please ascertain you are not under the influence of liquor or any other mind altering substance; if yes please stay 10 feet away from the gadget 😉!!!

    DisAgree [7] Agree [39] Reply Report Abuse

  • Thomas Andrade, Toronto

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Can one write against our govt and escape from ED, IT....., etc.? So many of our journalists, members of opposition parties, etc. are languishing in jail. Renowned and unbiased channel like BBC has been boycotted by our govt. for telling the truth. When it's happening in the world's largest democratic country. what can you expect in monarchy-ruled countries? Like us, Arabs too are quite sentimental towards their religion and culture. Don't hurt their sentiments and expect to go scot free? Be thankful for having such a position in your host country. Respect their law of land. When you are in Rome, be like a Roman. Once you come back to India, then show your true colour.

    DisAgree [12] Agree [64] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rathan, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Thomas We kniw hiw well ur Govt in Canada treated the protest of truck drivers.coming to BBC episode they cheated in TAX matter they themselves agreed that there is some fault on their side regarding Income tax Coming about journalists who r in jail r fir their anti Indua activities like getting money from China without permission and writing articles agsinst India. Here that Dr has nit written any anti Bharain Govt policy or other matter There was no need to arrest him for expressing his views.Max he can be sent back to his country

    DisAgree [11] Agree [4] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rita, Germany

    Tue, Oct 24 2023

    Rathan mangalore ,we cant say they have no right to arrest him because it is their country and law.They can act as they want.Others are foreigners and who goes against their will or do,write have the right to punish or arrest debar from country immediately or in jail.It is well known ,no political mixing say against govt.Then why extra activities.I too am Baff about this .Thought he will loose only job but it is more than that.Wait and see.One shouldnt take mouthfull.It will choke one day.Shouldnt show our wisdom !where it is not needed.Very sad.Lesson to all left behind.

    DisAgree Agree [1] Reply Report Abuse

  • Dr KUSUMA KUMARI GUNJI MBBS DGO, Nellore Kodyadka

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    When living in another nation follow their rules and dont act funny nice lesson learned

    DisAgree [6] Agree [82] Reply Report Abuse

  • Raj, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Did Rao advocate the genocide of Palestinians? If Rao advocated the genocide of Palestinians he will soon find out that RSS/BJP gutter culture is not tolerated in the civilized world.

    DisAgree [18] Agree [66] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ashok, Udupi

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    People want democracy in India while they support intolerance in other countries. Isn't this hypocrisy?

    DisAgree [10] Agree [67] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ashok, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Ashok, Democracy doesn't mean that you can bark anything you want. in India nothing is big deal even if that is personal attack. oh! yes, we have democracy and we can bark whatever we like. Have you seen any Doctors around the world wishing directly for someone to get injured/killed? BTW, I do support Israel now since it is Hamas which is responsible for the present situation but I support Palestinians to have their own motherland. In the hindsight they have to blame themselves for that too. In 1948, when Israel formed, Palestinians did not wanted to be independent, thanks to Naser of Egypt with the support of other Arab leaders.

    DisAgree [14] Agree [17] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ashok, Udupi

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    He just tweeted pro Israel post. Is Bahrain so intolerant? You should be proud of being in tolerant India and not in these middle East countries.

    DisAgree [4] Agree [9] Reply Report Abuse

  • Flavian, Mangalore/Kuwait

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Let him go back and render his specialized services to the natives of Kudla. Of course, first he must serve prison sentence. Politics only in mother country and not in host country.

    DisAgree [17] Agree [47] Reply Report Abuse

  • Asif, Saudi

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Now he will become an angry man and try to set things right by X posting even more hateful messages against minorities sitting in Mangagala uru

    DisAgree [20] Agree [44] Reply Report Abuse

  • Nawaz, dubai

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    One telephone call from modi to King of Bahrain will set everything alright and he can get back his job. But alas, Dr Rao is only a small time upper-caste, chaddi bhakth and not Adani...so he will become kalliwalli.

    DisAgree [27] Agree [72] Reply Report Abuse

  • Pratap K, Barkur / Bahrain

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Such a shame this has happened. I have consulted with this doctor on several occasions and he was good at his work. But definitely lacked common sense and respect for the local culture after reading his immature posts. I am sure he will have a horrible time in the Bahrain jails with the local inmates. And also get fed some beef biriyani there.

    DisAgree [8] Agree [68] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rahul, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    For everyone my advice when we are commenting or criticising we have to think where we are standing 🧍‍♂️? Where we are working 💪? From whom we are eating? We have to respect rule of the land. Once upon a time we can comment anyone in India. For example our present PM called our previous PM as Moun pradani. But after 2014 we are bared to comment to ruling party of India although we are in democratic country then how can we comment when.we are in foreign land?

    DisAgree [6] Agree [56] Reply Report Abuse

  • CA Ned Dcunha, Abu Dhabi/Chikmagalur

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Manoj, pleasw do not insult Arabs. They are very good in studies & business. Moreover they are more tolerant towards all religions. Doctor should practice medecine not be a political activist.

    DisAgree [12] Agree [63] Reply Report Abuse

  • Manoj, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Arabs are good in studies ?? You have clearly not lived among them .. god has blessed them with oil wealth but they are not blessed with brains …I doubt an Arab can even pass 10 std Indian CBSE exam …they are totally dependent on expats for medical , engineering and financial task ..may be good at first standard maths that all …

    DisAgree [62] Agree [21] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ayub malpe, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    ಕೂಪ ಮಂಡೂಕ ! typical ANDHBHAKT brain. I stayed in bahrain for 27 years.such a nice country and people.well educated and tolerant people! 200 year old templeand biggest church and sinagaug in BAHRAIN. AND a bahraini Yahudi lady in highest position in its diplomatic mission. That’s enough Mr Andhabakth

    DisAgree [7] Agree [43] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rudolf Rodrigues, Mumbai -Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Please don't generalize; the quality of medical professionals is???

    DisAgree [4] Agree [10] Report Abuse

  • Rohan Pinto, Mangalore

    Mon, Oct 23 2023

    Ayub maple, Mangalore Dealing with Dr Manoj tells everything about Arab's typical mindset. you might be observed Bahrain in one angle as a nice country. but religious fanatism still deeply embedded in their culture. Before bating your support for brotherhood, look at their intolerance He just posted his views on social media, see how the government reacts, there is no violence or no procession unlike pro-Palestine supporters do in western secular countries.

    DisAgree [2] Agree [1] Report Abuse

  • Rudolf Rodrigues, Mumbai -Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    @Manoj, you are doubly right; I can elucidate...but no due to obvious reasons; BTW, big money can buy any damn degree....

    DisAgree [3] Agree [17] Reply Report Abuse

  • Dev, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Dr should have known Freedom of Expression exists only in true democratic nations. A brief history about Palestinians - in ancient times Philistinians and Jews conflicts were common. After Romans took over the lands they renamed the Judah which was place of Jews as Palestine though Philistinians were extinct 700 years back to rub salt on Jews. In reality Israel had 12 tribes and the present Palestinians were from one of the 12 tribes of Judah. After Ottoman Turks occupation of the land they converted them into Islam. A DNA test of blood of Palestinians has found out to be 90% Jewish. According to their scripture there's a command not to raise sword against your own brother. It seems both sides have not seen this instead of taking it as a religious war.

    DisAgree [4] Agree [20] Reply Report Abuse

  • John Tauro, M'lore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    About 1000 years back Egypt, Syria, Jordan, etc. were not Arab countries. These were invaded by Arabs from Yemen and Saudi. Even today northern part of Iraq is non-Arab. Israel has a history of over 3500 years. Today Jews in India, Europe, US etc. are migrants from Middle East.

    DisAgree [4] Agree [7] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rudolf Rodrigues, Mumbai -Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    I feel very empathetic towards this doc; but, IMHO he has written much more than what is mentioned in the news report for these guys to take such a stringent action against him. Being resident of a Kingdom having it's own strict rules, he did a very big mistake in stoking their emotions. BTW somehow I feel, he might have penned his opinion when he was RELAXING!! Also, top quality medical professionals do not prefer to migrate to such places if my view is not flawed!!

    DisAgree [5] Agree [15] Reply Report Abuse

  • Prashant k, Uchila mumbai

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    He penned his opinion while RELAXING n PEGGING porbule

    DisAgree [3] Agree [9] Reply Report Abuse

  • ayes p, kudla/ksa

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Benre potina att hatred malpere potina, respect the law of the land.

    DisAgree [7] Agree [20] Reply Report Abuse

  • Praveen, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    The logic is very simple... No matter whatever our our personal feeling is..; we shall respect the law of the land we reside...

    DisAgree [6] Agree [11] Reply Report Abuse

  • ayes p, kudla/ksa

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Particular party will give him an MLA seat for next election.

    DisAgree [3] Agree [20] Reply Report Abuse

  • Mangalorean, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Even many Jews doesn't like what their country is doing to Palestinians and they are protesting, But can not expect anything except Gobar from people whose brain is filled with it!

    DisAgree [7] Agree [15] Reply Report Abuse

  • ayes p, kudla/ksa

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Benyere potina att hatred malpere potina, should respect Law of the land.

    DisAgree [6] Agree [10] Reply Report Abuse

  • Vincent D'Souza, Belthangady

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    First of all, we should thank host country for employing us. We must remember that we are their guests. Dr. You sre now 🚫 forever by Gulf Countries?

    DisAgree [5] Agree [21] Reply Report Abuse

  • satish bhakta, mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    here openly these so call peace people openly say in india and support pakistan in match no action is taken .

    DisAgree [18] Agree [10] Reply Report Abuse

  • dcosta de kadri, Kadri

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    DR. welcome back to Bharath.

    DisAgree [4] Agree [67] Reply Report Abuse

  • Manoj, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    How many Arabis can study and finish MBBS course ??? We all know their intellectual capacity..

    DisAgree [89] Agree [32] Reply Report Abuse

  • Mohammed, Mangaluru

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    i am wondered how he did not change his mind towards mulsims and how he keep so much of hate after he was there for 10 years in muslim country.. they gave him food shelter and to bring his family and stay here.. some people only spread hate and that will continue though his kids aswel.. hope his mind change towards Muslims and tell others that he was in peace all these years

    DisAgree [39] Agree [80] Reply Report Abuse

  • Roshan, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Is this same logic applicable ,for those who stay as refugees in England, france ,Germany and USA and kill the innocent civilians by stabing or other ways?

    DisAgree [7] Agree [38] Reply Report Abuse

  • Shenoy, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    what about the people in India who even though know the government position on this issue support Palestine?

    DisAgree [13] Agree [10] Reply Report Abuse

  • John Tauro, M'lore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Condemning the brutalities of terrorists, expressing support to a nation under attack and sympathizing with the victims is not called hatred. That which was carried out by the terrorist organization is called deep rooted hatred.

    DisAgree [3] Agree [11] Reply Report Abuse

  • Indian, Qatar

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    always remember one thing, never do any mess in gulf countries. if you are deported for any crime, all your information with complete details is sent to all GCC immigration dept. you wont be able to visit any GCC countries in future. its like life time banned in GCC

    DisAgree [7] Agree [63] Reply Report Abuse

  • PRAM, Mangarlore/KSA

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    NEVER EVER SEEN INDIAN WITH HATRERED. ONE PARTY ONE LEADER HAS TURNED A ENTIER COUNTRY TO HATE EACH OTHER

    DisAgree [23] Agree [68] Reply Report Abuse

  • Prakash, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    it is very shocking to note such educated people also having this kind of dirty mentality, we read the article he posted it is not just supported Israel, but he wrote against Muslim countries. so definitely he has to be jailed at least for 10 years before sending back to home country..

    DisAgree [23] Agree [48] Reply Report Abuse

  • John Tauro, M'lore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Unfortunately he doesn't know the difference between writing against a nation and an organisation. Even Bahrain had established diplomatic relations with Israel quite recently. And today the Saudi King also spoke against Hamas during his meeting with the British PM.

    DisAgree Agree [2] Reply Report Abuse

  • real kujuma, kodial

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    now he must be feeling like a fool in prison....how nice was life in Bahrain...now he cannot just think of working in gulf as they send details to all arab nations...now come back and fry pakoda as advised by your kettli guru...

    DisAgree [32] Agree [84] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ajit Suratkal, Surathkal , Dubai

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    This Dr. tried to do over smart , when he know the rules and regulations he should had followed it , now let him pay the price , Have good biriyani DR.

    DisAgree [10] Agree [66] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ashok, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Mr Prabhu people will call you anti national. you talk about corruption, bad roads , traffic system , filthy roads don't complain enjoy

    DisAgree [4] Agree [26] Reply Report Abuse

  • Ashok, Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Mr Prabhu people will call you anti national. you talk about corruption, bad roads , traffic system , filthy roads don't complain enjoy

    DisAgree [3] Agree [16] Reply Report Abuse

  • Mbeary, Dxb

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    The problem is not with his pro israel post. His post was directed towards need for wiping out palestine population. That is the problem. That is the amount of hate one can hav. Shows that education cannot defeat ingrained hate. So many more highly educated people with such hatred. Pro israeli, pro modi reason of bhakths is the same. It is not because of nationalism and humanity.

    DisAgree [14] Agree [65] Reply Report Abuse

  • NM Prabhu, Dubai /Kirem

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    As a medical doctor he cannot have such a mentality..All patient deaths that occurred under his care will have to be throughly probed Who knows what skeletons will be on his closet.

    DisAgree [9] Agree [17] Reply Report Abuse

  • robert, bangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    come india and post ..not in gulf country in jail they will not give vegetarian food ,,only biryani and egg

    DisAgree [5] Agree [49] Reply Report Abuse

  • RK, Mangalore / doha

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Dr. Are you educated or just like this, Educated people don't act like fool. Must be he was drinking while posting comment

    DisAgree [5] Agree [57] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rolf, Dubai

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    There are More hard core Cheddis working in Middle East who want to spoil the peace full environment .need to find these hate mongers and put them behind bars .

    DisAgree [11] Agree [67] Reply Report Abuse

  • Achhu, Mlore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    in 10 years of experience he might have done many surgeries, now its time for his surgery (nail removing surgery).. let him Do one thing, loudly call sharan pumpwel and see what is his response . may be he is having party with muslim business man now.

    DisAgree [14] Agree [61] Reply Report Abuse

  • Rudolf Rodrigues, Mumbai -Mangalore

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    FYI, he is not a surgeon?

    DisAgree [3] Agree [9] Reply Report Abuse

  • HENRY MISQUITH, Bahrain/India

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Doctor saab,please don't play politics in your host country ever in life. People who create their own drama, deserve their own Karma.

    DisAgree [14] Agree [99] Reply Report Abuse

  • Abu Saad, Mangalore/Dubai

    Sun, Oct 22 2023

    Chaddi going jail & chakki pessing

    DisAgree [23] Agree [65] Reply Report Abuse


Leave a Comment

Title: Pro-Israel post on X - Doctor of Mangaluru origin in Bahrain arrested



You have 2000 characters left.

Disclaimer:

Please write your correct name and email address. Kindly do not post any personal, abusive, defamatory, infringing, obscene, indecent, discriminatory or unlawful or similar comments. Daijiworld.com will not be responsible for any defamatory message posted under this article.

Please note that sending false messages to insult, defame, intimidate, mislead or deceive people or to intentionally cause public disorder is punishable under law. It is obligatory on Daijiworld to provide the IP address and other details of senders of such comments, to the authority concerned upon request.

Hence, sending offensive comments using daijiworld will be purely at your own risk, and in no way will Daijiworld.com be held responsible.