Overview

• Priyank Kharge wrote to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on October 4 seeking a ban on RSS events in government establishments and specified public spaces across Karnataka.
• The Chief Minister’s Office released the letter on October 12, and Siddaramaiah asked Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh to review it and initiate suitable steps.
• Kharge cited gatherings at government and aided schools, public parks, Muzrai temples, and state-protected monuments, alleging public displays of sticks without police permission and harmful influence on children and youth.
• BJP leaders denounced the request, with state president B.Y. Vijayendra calling it foolish and party leader Shanthi Kumar labeling it politically motivated.
• No statewide prohibition has been enacted, though one outlet reported the government is likely to issue an order following the review.