Udupi: Dalits also should take part in Dharma Sansad, says Pejawar seer

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November 16, 2017

Udupi, Nov 16: Vishwesha Tirtha Swami of Paryaya Pejawar Mutt has called upon all Hindus to take part in the upcoming Dharma Sansad and the Hindu Samajotsava in large numbers.

“Hindus should be proud of their religion. All members of the Hindu religion, including Dalits, should participate in the Dharma Sansad and the Hindu Samajotsava,” he said.

He was speaking after flagging off the Sudharma Ratha chariot at the entrance of the Sri Krishna Mutt/Temple on Wednesday. The Dharma Sansad will be held here from November 24 to 26.

The chariot will give information about the Dharma Sansad in Udupi and its surroundings. The chariot has already disseminated information about the Dharma Sansad in different parts of the district.

K. Raghupati Bhat, former MLA, Baikady Suprasad Shetty, Sandhya Ramesh, Nayana Ganesh, Bharatiya Janata Party leaders, P. Vilas Nayak, president of the district unit of VHP, Sharan P., zonal convener of Bajrang Dal, Sunil K.R., regional convener of Bajrang Dal, Rama J. Rao, president of the district unit of Durga Vahini, and others were present.

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For majority of people the word DALIT also a unbearable surname. So calling dalit should be an offence. Call them common man, that will make them to feel no difference

The word "Dalit" only should change, like - from disabled to differently abled.

What Gandhi suggested would be better. HARIJANS (people close to Gods)

Dalits may support Seer. But not Beef Janata Party

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Vokkaligara Sangha threatens Congress: ‘Shivakumar must be CM or face backlash’

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November 27,2025

Bengaluru: The Vokkaligara Sangha on Thursday issued a stern warning to the Congress, saying the party could face serious electoral repercussions if Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is not appointed as Chief Minister.

The warning follows the public backing of Shivakumar’s chief ministerial ambition by top Vokkaliga pontiff Nirmalanandanatha Swami, who urged the Congress high command to honor his claim.

“The community supported Congress in the 2023 Assembly elections only because Shivakumar had a real chance to become CM. If he is cheated, we’ll teach the party a big lesson,” said newly elected Sangha president L. Srinivas. He added that Vokkaligas would organize protests under the guidance of community leaders.

General Secretary C.G. Gangadhar pointed out that Congress won more seats in the Vokkaliga-dominated Old Mysuru region due to Shivakumar’s influence, adding, “If Congress wants to retain power, Shivakumar should be made the CM.”

Outgoing president Kenchappa Gowda emphasized Shivakumar’s contribution to Congress’ victory. “Our community voted for Congress thinking he would become CM. Siddaramaiah has also served the party well, but Shivakumar should now be given a chance,” he said.

Former general-secretary Konappa Reddy appealed to Sonia and Rahul Gandhi to recognize Shivakumar’s loyalty and service, saying, “Congress is known to keep its promises. We hope it won’t break the promise made to him.”

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