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Kerala to Probe RSS Leader’s Threatening Remarks on Jantar Mantar Protest
✍️ Indian Express
🗓 28 Jul 2026, 05:34 AM
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Kerala authorities have ordered an inquiry into remarks made by an RSS leader that predicted firing, rapes and murders during the Jantar Mantar protest in Delhi. The investigation will examine the legality of the statements and any potential incitement to violence.
Kerala has announced a formal probe into remarks made by a senior RSS leader regarding the Jantar Mantar protest held in Delhi. The leader allegedly warned that the protest would see firing, rapes and murders, statements that authorities say could incite violence.
The state government has instructed the police to investigate the statements under applicable laws. The inquiry will determine whether the remarks constitute hate speech or unlawful incitement.
The Jantar Mantar protest, which attracted thousands of demonstrators, was a major political event in Delhi. The RSS leader’s comments, made in a public forum, have drawn criticism from opposition parties and civil society groups.
Kerala officials have emphasized that the investigation is purely legal and not a political move. The findings will be presented to the state cabinet for further action.
The state government has instructed the police to investigate the statements under applicable laws. The inquiry will determine whether the remarks constitute hate speech or unlawful incitement.
The Jantar Mantar protest, which attracted thousands of demonstrators, was a major political event in Delhi. The RSS leader’s comments, made in a public forum, have drawn criticism from opposition parties and civil society groups.
Kerala officials have emphasized that the investigation is purely legal and not a political move. The findings will be presented to the state cabinet for further action.