Only those making provocative speeches oppose anti-hate speech Bill: CM Siddaramaiah
Siddaramaiah, the Karnataka Chief Minister, defended his legislation, the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, stating that it was aimed at curbing hate speech and promoting peace. He dismissed opposition from the BJP, claiming their concerns stemmed from their own involvement in provocative rhetoric. The bill would apply uniformly to all political parties, according to Siddaramaiah. He also addressed concerns about delayed Gruha Lakshmi funds, assuring that they would be disbursed after due examination.
23 DEC 2025
— The Hindu
The BJP plans to appeal to the Governor to veto the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, citing it as anti-democratic and harmful to freedom of speech.
24 DEC 2025
— The Hindu
BJP stages protest over Hate Speech Bill
26 DEC 2025
— The Hindu
BJP members in Kalaburagi, Karnataka, protested against the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025, demanding its withdrawal.
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