Congress leader and Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has criticized the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) following a dispute over a route march in Bengaluru. The controversy arose after an RSS leader reportedly 'thanked' Kharge for the permission granted for the march, which Kharge's office clarified was issued by police under standard procedures.
Kharge accused the RSS of exaggerating the number of participants in the march and of violating the conditions of the permission granted. He emphasized that all organizations must strictly follow legal protocols and the specific terms set by authorities for such events.
The minister stated that the government's permission is not a favor but a procedural requirement, and he condemned any attempt to politicize the administrative process. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions in Karnataka regarding permissions for rallies and marches by various groups.
