Karnataka hate speech Bill not returned, Governor has neither rejected nor approved it: Siddaramaiah
The Governor's inaction on a hate speech bill raises concerns about potential abuse of power.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated that Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has not returned the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill. He also explained that the removal of banners related to the inauguration of a statue of Maharshi Valmiki was the cause of recent clashes between BJP and Congress workers in Ballari. Siddaramaiah suggested that the BJP's current lack of political power is fueling their jealousy over the incident, while also questioning the party's planned padayatra from Ballari to Bengaluru on January 17th.
7 JAN 2026
— BBC
Karnataka is developing a new law to address hate speech and crimes, aiming to curb its impact on communal tensions.
11 JAN 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
The Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill has not been returned by the Governor, leaving its fate uncertain.
12 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
The BJP delegation petitioned the Karnataka Governor, urging intervention in deteriorating law and order, police corruption, and the potential suppression of dissent through the Hate Speech and Hate Crime Bill.
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