Hindu Hitharakshana Vedike plans mammoth protest against violence prevention bill

November 12, 2011

Mangalore, November 12: The Hindu Hitharakshana Vedike came down heavily on the UPA government for trying to pass Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence Bill 2011 in the winter session.

Speaking to presspersons here, Vedike Honourary President Vaman Shenoy said that the Bill is anti-Hindu and the Vedike will stage protest across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts against the proposed Bill.

The Forum will stage a public meeting at Central Maidan in Mangalore on November 23 at 4 pm. A procession from Jyothi Circle to Central Maidan will be held on the occasion. Senior leaders will take part in the public meeting. The forum will also stage protest on Sunday at Gurpura. The protest will be staged at Bantwal, Puttur, Belthangady, Ullal, Karkala and Udupi on November 14 and at Surathkal, Mulky, Moodbidri, Kundapur and Sullia on November 15.

He said the UPA government has nurtured scams. To divert the attention of the public from the scams, the government has proposed to introduce the Bill in the Parliament session. Keeping in mind the forthcoming general election and to woo the minorities, the government is trying to pass Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence Bill 2011.

Shenoy said “the Bill does not support the majority of the country. It aims at dividing the country and society on basis of caste and religion. The Bill is against the constitution.”

The Bill divides the Indian citizens as 'group' and 'others.' The group includes minority communities like Muslims, Christians, linguistic minorities and SC/ST. Hindus are addressed as others.

He said “the draft Bill presumes that the communal violence is created only by members of the majority and not by members of the minority community.

Accordingly, the offences committed by the members of majority community against members of the minority community are punishable. The draft Bill has different laws for Muslim and Hindu women, if they were the victim of communal violence,” he added.

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From Dubai boom to Bengaluru backlash: Inside CJ Roy’s journey

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January 31,2026

Bengaluru: The shooting incident involving CJ Roy, founder of the Confident Group, has once again put the spotlight on a businessman whose life has swung between flamboyant global success and persistent controversy at home.

Though Roy’s business interests extended across continents, his roots lay firmly in Karnataka. An alumnus of Christ School in Bengaluru, he later moved to Tumakuru to pursue an engineering degree. Those familiar with his early years describe him as intensely ambitious, beginning his career as a salesman at a small electronics firm dealing in computers.

Roy’s entry into large-scale real estate came through the Crystal Group, where he worked closely with Latha Namboothiri and rose from manager to director. However, the launch of the Confident Group in 2005 was clouded by industry speculation. Insiders speak of a fallout involving alleged “benami” properties and claims of deception that ultimately led to his independent venture—an episode Roy spent years trying to distance himself from, according to associates.

A tale of two cities

Roy’s professional trajectory diverged sharply across geographies.

In Dubai, he built a reputation as a bold and efficient developer, completing massive luxury residential projects in record time—some reportedly within 11 months. His rapid project delivery and lavish lifestyle in the Emirates earned him admiration and visibility in the real estate sector.

In Bengaluru, however, his image remained far more fractured. Sources say Roy stayed away from the city for several years amid disputes over unpaid dues to vendors and suppliers. Several projects were allegedly stalled, with accusations of unfulfilled commitments to cement and steel suppliers continuing to follow him.

Roy’s return to Bengaluru’s business and social circles began around 2018, marked by a conscious attempt at rebranding. His appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic added diplomatic legitimacy, which he complemented with visible CSR initiatives, including ambulance donations and high-profile charity events.

Heavy police presence in Langford Town

Following the incident, police personnel from the Central division were deployed outside the Confident Group building in Langford Town, which also houses the Slovak Honorary Consulate in Bengaluru.

The otherwise busy premises near Hosur Road wore a deserted look on Friday, reflecting the shock and uncertainty that followed the tragedy.

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