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They set Nov 26, Constitution Day , as the deadline for govt to withdraw the restrictions and warned of a citywide civil disobedience on Nov 28 if the demand is not met. Kharge told media persons, “We have met a few activists who have suggested that more places need to be denotified within Bengaluru and across the state so that protests can take place and the right to protest is not curbed. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Bengaluru | Silver Rate in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru | Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Petrol Price in Bengaluru | Diesel Price in Bengaluru | CNG Price in Bengaluru | LPG Price in Bengaluru Stay updated with the latest Bengaluru news.
Bengaluru: Amid demands from civil society groups and activists for multiple protest venues across Bengaluru, home minister Priyank Kharge has said govt is examining the possibility of denotifying additional locations from restrictions. Sources in the home department told TOI that govt is examining the issue following an affidavit filed by civil rights activists and others before the high court. Responding to the demand, Priyank said, “The govt is not interested in curbing citizens’ rights.
However, he stressed that the right to protest must be balanced against the interests of other citizens. The home minister’s statement comes days after civil society groups exerted pressure on govt to denotify multiple places from restrictions to accommodate protests. The issue has brought the focus back on whether public protests should remain confined to designated venues — currently Freedom Park. Several activists under the banner of Campaign for the Right to Protest staged a protest Monday and demanded that govt remove restrictions that limit protests to Freedom Park. Locations such as Maurya Circle, Town Hall Square and Mysore Bank Circle have been suggested as alternative venues. we also have to ensure that the rights of other citizens, who are not part of the protests, are protected While we are ensuring that people are able to exercise their rights. It is a very thin line, and we will have to strike a balance,” he added. Download the TOI App.