Outcry in Bengaluru Over College Staff's Removal of Students' Sacred Threads
Organisations condemn PU college staff for forcing students to remove ‘janivara’ in Bengaluru
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Various organizations in Bengaluru have condemned the staff of Krupanidhi Pre University College for allegedly forcing students to remove their 'janivara' (sacred thread) before taking the Common Entrance Test - 2026. Leaders from different communities emphasized the importance of religious freedom and called for accountability from the college authorities.
- 01Three staff members of Krupanidhi Pre University College forced students to remove sacred threads.
- 02Leaders from Muslim and Brahmin communities condemned the actions, citing religious freedom.
- 03The incident occurred during the Common Entrance Test - 2026.
- 04Calls for government action against the college staff have been made.
- 05The incident highlights ongoing tensions around religious symbols in educational settings.
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On April 26, 2026, various organizations in Bengaluru condemned the actions of three staff members from Krupanidhi Pre University College who allegedly forced students to remove their 'janivara' (sacred thread) before entering the venue for the Common Entrance Test - 2026. K. Ashraf, president of the Dakshina Kannada District Muslim Okkoota, emphasized that religious freedom is a fundamental right and should not be restricted for any reason. He stated that students have the right to wear their religious symbols during examinations. Similarly, Pradeep Kumar Kalkura, a former president of the Dakshina Kannada Sahitya Parishat, representing the Brahmin Okkoota, criticized the college staff for hurting religious sentiments and called for strict government action against those responsible. This incident has raised concerns about the treatment of religious symbols in educational institutions and the need for respect for individual rights.
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This incident raises significant concerns about religious freedom and individual rights in educational settings, affecting students' ability to express their beliefs.
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