Aaditya seeks UT status for Belgavi

The Karnataka government's denial of permission for the Marathi-speaking community's grand gathering in Belagavi has triggered widespread anger among residents in the border region.

- Kalpesh Mhamunkar

Additionally, the Karnataka Police have imposed travel restrictions on leaders from Maharashtra, preventing their entry into the state. Reports have surfaced of increasing police oppression in Belagavi, fueling further unrest.

In response, CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and former minister Aaditya Thackeray have strongly condemned the action of the Karnataka government. The leaders made it clear that the issue concerning Marathi speakers in Belagavi will not be ignored and promised to continue fighting for their rights until justice is served.