SHIVAMOGGA: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi is scheduled to visit Shivamogga on Thursday to attend the last rites of Manjunath Rao, a local resident who was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
Shivamogga MLA S N Channabasappa, confirmed that arrangements have been made for Raoâs last rites, which are expected to draw large numbers from across the town.
âWe have made all the preparations for the last rites, the whole of Shivamogga is in mourning ⌠Many business establishments in Shivamogga are closed, the whole Hindu community is condemning this actâŚUnion Minister Pralhad Joshi is also coming to attend the last ritesâŚâ, said Channabasappa.
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Manjunath Raoâs death has left a void among those who knew him. His family friend Dattatreya described the loss as deeply personal. âIt is very unfortunate that we lost our best friend ManjunathâŚThe terrorists attacked him brutallyâŚThe government should take serious steps against this brutal attack by terroristsâŚâ
#WATCH | Shivamogga, Karnataka | Sister-in-law of #PahalgamTerrorAttack victim Manjunath Rao, says, âI pray to God to give strength to their family and Pallavi (wife of Manjunath), who has suffered a lotâŚâ pic.twitter.com/YbU2TeTdbA
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On Wednesday, protests erupted in various parts of Karnataka, condemning the barbaric terror attack. The Advocates Associations across the state staged demonstrations demanding justice for the victims and stronger measures to curb terrorism in the Valley.
The Jamia Masjid, along with several civil society groups, also organised a protest march, denouncing the violence and calling for unity against extremist forces.
Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar also reached out to the bereaved family. In a telephone call with Manjunathâs brother-in-law, Dr Ravikiran, this morning, Shivakumar said, âThe government is with you in this difficult time and we share your sorrow. We will extend all the support needed, be braveâ.
The Deputy CM also made phone calls to the Shivamogga district in-charge minister and the district administration and informed them to personally meet the family in Shivamogga and extend all the support.
Rao, who was on a family vacation as part of a tour package, was shot dead on Tuesday when terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists, leaving multiple casualties and triggering widespread outrage. (ANI)
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