Karnataka police have initiated a search for a Congress leader in Karnataka who allegedly verbally abused and threatened a Municipal Commissioner regarding the removal of banners. The incident involves Rajeev Gowda, a local Congress leader accused of using abusive language and threats towards the Municipal Commissioner, Amrutha Gowda. The Karnataka State Women’s Commission has strongly denounced the incident and called for legal action against the accused.
The Karnataka State Women’s Commission Chairperson, Nagalaxmi Choudhary, emphasized that no one, regardless of their status, should be exempt from the law. She condemned the use of abusive language and intimidation against a woman officer, urging authorities to take decisive legal action. The Commission has expressed zero tolerance for any form of harassment against women.
In response to the incident, the Karnataka police have formed three special teams to locate Rajeev Gowda, who has reportedly gone missing since the FIR was filed against him. Several senior female officers have also raised complaints against Rajeev Gowda for his offensive behavior. The search operation is being led by multiple police teams deployed in different locations to apprehend the accused swiftly.
According to reports, Rajeev Gowda became agitated after a banner was removed without authorization from a public area, leading to his alleged threats towards the Municipal Commissioner. The Commissioner lodged a complaint stating that the threats were made following the removal of the unauthorized banner.
