BJP, Congress lock horns over arms training to Bajrang Dal activists


Bengaluru, May 18 (IANS): A controversy has erupted in Karnataka over arms training organised by Bajrang Dal for more than 100 participants at a programme in Madikeri district of the state.

The Opposition has slammed the organising of the militia kind of training camp whereas the ruling BJP leaders maintained that it is the regular training that is being given for self-defence to Bajrang Dal activists.

The training camp was organised from May 5 to 11 in the government school premises of Ponnampet town.

The participants also took part in a procession in the Ponnampet town on May 10.

The photos of the air gun training have gone viral on social media. The Opposition Congress raised the issue and demanded the arrest of BJP and RSS leaders.

The Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) and Popular Front of India (PFI) have lodged a complaint in this regard and demanded police action against organising arms training programmes.

The Bajrang Dal, meanwhile, maintained that it had not violated the law and the Arms Act. Air guns and tridents do not come under the act. However, police stated that they are looking into the issue of use of air guns in the open.

Former speaker and BJP leader K.G. Bopaiah said on Tuesday that air gun training has been given in Ponnampet camp.

"No license is required for it. There is a need for gun training for self-defence. The training has been given for a long time," he said.

He also defended the distribution of tridents to participants. "There is no prohibition under law for practicing self-defence with tridents. I don't want to comment on SDPI and PFI. They are against the interests of the nation, they should be banned."

BJP General Secretary and MLA C.T. Ravi claimed that the camp is a part of a self-defence course. "They were not trained in using AK-47 and bombs. Every year, Bajrang Dal trains its activists for self-defence," he underlined.

Sri Ram Sena Founder Pramod Muthalik also defended the camp and said there was nothing wrong in giving training for self-defence.

Opposition party leader Siddaramaiah had stated that "by giving arms training in Madikeri to young members, Bajrang Dal has challenged the law of our land".

"Do we have a Home minister or Education minister in Karnataka? Is the government still alive?" Siddaramaiah questioned.

"MLAs M.P. Appachu, K.G. Bopaiah and Suja Kushalappa participated in the Shaurya Prashikshana Varga event of Bajrang Dal. Do they have any commitment towards our Constitution?" Siddaramaiah asked.

"Arms training is against the law and the Home Minister should file a case against the leaders of Bajrang Dal and arrest them," he said.

Meanwhile, the police have started probe into the matter.

The police have sought a report from the Education Department on whether the school grounds could be used for such an event.

 

 

 

 

  

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  • real kujuma, kodial

    Wed, May 18 2022

    no one should lock horns..on the contrary all religions should have armed teams to defend them...if anyone asks then give the example saffronists starting it...simple...tit for tat..

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  • Rita, Germany

    Thu, May 19 2022

    real kujuma kodial,we dont need any arms and never practiced all these years.We didnt have so many murder and simply cow slaughter ,or robbing cows till now.Now tell me who taught us this and brought all this Trishula connection ?Why should we fight and training between our selves ?All this time used for all this if they worked would have brought money for themselves and Nation ,family .Simply misusing the time.Long process ,shouting firing for what ?Keep out of roads and work .

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  • real kujuma, kodial

    Thu, May 19 2022

    it is perfectly fine Rita behen......i just suggested..........if you want to get crucified like christ instead of fighting like crusaders it is up to you and your community....

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  • Sameer, Riyadh

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Hijab is prohibited in school, but Arms training for students wearing saffron robes and turbans on government school premises is permitted. BJ peee party! B.C. Nagesh should be held accountable.

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  • Ethnic Orchid, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Lets be frank here . The whole of DK including Coorg has become a strong fort of the BJP /RSS etc. The Congress own old horses are siding the BJP . Some of the hardcore leaders have even switched sides. So anything being opposed is only a futile exercise . Congress has other burning issues within their house to take care of, not sure why they want to be involved in this fiasco and lose face.

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  • Angela, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    If the actual intention is "Self Defense Training", why not make it mandatory in schools especially for girls. Why do these Saffron goons need self defense, when they will only use it to terrorize people.

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  • Pacific Heights, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    The congress initiative in this regard will go the 'Mekedatu protest' way.

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  • Haneef, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    When stones start raining they abandon each and everything including orange lungi.

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  • prakash, Manipal

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Coorg may soon become Chambal valley... Coffee planters beware... Gabbars in the making will be a threat to all what you have amassed...

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  • Shivraj, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    WHILE THE WHOLE TRAINING IS AMATEURISH -- / If so interested can join in School / College -- Boy scouts -- NCC -- NSW -- Or join ARMY -- serve the nation -- or Police -- If in future who got DAL training ---some one gets disgruntled with BAJRANG dal-- they may be a bigger threat to the DAL -- hypothetically --

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  • j.anata, Mangaluru / Bengaluru

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Congress is completely wiped out in Kodagu. Now they are scared of everyone here

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  • Af,,,, Mangaluru

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Waw what a seen ,future talibaanis of New India.

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  • Rakesh Pinto, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    So it means anyone carry knife , sword and air gun for self defence . Its good to know i too keep it myelf and carry it publicly . No use of police dept.

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  • Deepak, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Tukde.....tukde gang. I heard statements from your party leaders.

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  • Rajesh Shetty, Dubai /Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    If this training is labeled as self Defence training , tomorrow all other groups also will start similar training in the school campuses. Finally will end up in civil war one or other day. Indirectly we are moving towards Srilanka-Taliban model !! Unfortunate that we have voted for such politicians who dont have Atma Shakshi !!! May god give them brain to think...

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  • Citizen, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    BJaypee has no development agenda and is only doing bote bank politics, encouraging hoond ans tnug culture and destroying the secular fabric of this country... Time to Bote for Change... Boot them out.....

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  • Prakash, Mangalore

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Those who involved such training held accountable and arrested. These type of training should be banned without any delay. Otherwise it will be too late heading a civil war.

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  • Rolf, Dubai

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Switzerland-based world's top cement maker Holcim is making an exit from the Indian market after 17 Years.

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  • Alwin, Mangaluru

    Wed, May 18 2022

    Lack of governance may not create problems like we had in Punjab and Kashmir and it's similar way moving. The day may not be far to bite. The people politicians and executive s must find right solution now itself. Instead of appreciating constitution and recitation of Baba Ambedkar s name act according to his wish and construction. Those who laugh now may weep soon

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