Krishna Hegde Advocates for Guidelines on Protests at Delhis Ram Leela Maidan
Krishna Hegde supports Delhi polices proposed guidelines for protests, emphasizing the need for order and public safety.
Mumbai, November 15 (Daily Kiran) : Shiv Sena spokesperson Krishna Hegde has expressed his support for the guidelines proposed by the Delhi police regarding protests at the Ram Leela Maidan. He emphasized that maintaining law and order is the responsibility of the police, especially given the challenges they have faced recently from various political parties and organizations staging protests in the area.
In an interview, Hegde pointed out that demonstrations by groups such as Congress, dubbed the “Cockroach Public Party,” and AISA have significantly disrupted life in the capital. He noted that these events led to a daily loss of approximately ₹2,000 crores for local businesses and entrepreneurs over a span of eight to ten days. Given this situation, Hegde believes the Delhi police have every right to establish rules and guidelines for protests to minimize inconvenience for the public and ensure the city’s order is maintained.
Responding to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s remarks, Hegde accused him of mocking democracy. He described Gandhi’s comments as unfortunate, suggesting they reflect a lack of faith in India’s democratic system and its voters.
Hegde highlighted that India boasts around 900 million voters who elect their representatives to the Lok Sabha. These elected officials then choose the Prime Minister. He reiterated that the public has shown its support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi three times, noting his administration’s focus on welfare programs and enhancing India’s global standing.
Addressing criticism from Prashant Kishor regarding Raj Thackeray’s comments on Chhath Puja, Hegde defended the use of public announcement systems at railway stations. He argued that these systems should be reserved for essential announcements, as nearly five million people travel by train in Mumbai daily. Frequent train arrivals and platform changes necessitate clear communication for the safety and convenience of passengers, particularly the elderly, children, and those with disabilities.
Hegde also underscored the importance of the Marathi language, stating that it should be a priority for everyone living in Maharashtra to learn and understand it. He firmly asserted that Marathi is the state’s official language and deserves respect.
