Union Minister and Former CM Support Victim's Family in Hubballi Love Jihad Case
Joshi, Shettar meet victim in Hubballi Love Jihad case
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Union Minister Pralhad Joshi and former Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar visited the family of a victim in a Love Jihad case in Hubballi, Karnataka, India. Joshi urged thorough investigation into the case, alleging a systematic network behind it, while Shettar pledged support for justice.
- 01Union Minister Pralhad Joshi called for a thorough investigation into the Love Jihad case.
- 02Joshi claimed there is a systematic network involved in the incidents.
- 03Former Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar assured support to the victim's family.
- 04Hindutva activists demanded the withdrawal of cases against those who apprehended the accused.
- 05Joshi criticized any attempts to politicize the issue for electoral gain.
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Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi and BJP MP Jagadish Shettar visited the family of a Love Jihad case victim in Hubballi, Karnataka, on April 7, 2026. Joshi emphasized the need for a thorough investigation, suspecting a systematic network behind the alleged incidents. He condemned any political exploitation of the situation and questioned the rationale for charging Hindutva activists who helped apprehend the accused, Sameer Mulla. Shettar expressed his commitment to support the victim's family until justice is served. Additionally, members of Hindutva organizations submitted a memorandum to the Police Commissioner requesting the withdrawal of charges against the activists involved.
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The case highlights rising tensions surrounding communal issues in Karnataka, affecting community relations and political dynamics.
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