Congress Government Faces Backlash Over Withdrawal of Criminal Case

The Congress government in Karnataka has decided to withdraw a criminal case against a mob involved in police attacks in Hubballi. This decision is among 43 cases being dropped, sparking criticism of appeasement from Union Minister Pralhad Joshi.

The Congress government in Karnataka has come under scrutiny after deciding to withdraw a criminal case involving a mob attack on policemen in Hubballi. The incident occurred on April 16, 2022, and was one of 43 cases the state Cabinet chose to withdraw.

The decision followed a petition by Anjuman-e-Islam to Home Minister G Parameshwara, as reported by official sources. The mob, reportedly upset by derogatory social media content, attacked police at the Old Hubballi Town police station, injuring officers and damaging vehicles.

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has criticized the withdrawal, labeling it as "height of appeasement," and questioned the legality of the state's action, given that the case was before the NIA court.

(With inputs from agencies.)