Mangaluru : DK district in-charge minister Ramanath Rai announced a peace march from Farangipete to Mani on September 12.
Addressing the press meet, Ramanath Rai said, “The peace march will be followed by a public meet at Mani. BJP, Sangh Parivar, SDPI and PFI are excluded from this march as they are involved in several untoward incidents in the district. Dakshina Kannada has always been known for its peace and unity. People have been living here in harmony over the years, but a few incidents of violence in the last few months have maligned the reputation of the district.
“All incidents of violence were well planned. We can see two different groups in jail. The use of students in the name of religion should stop. Peace has to be restored in the district. Hence, we are organising ‘peace march’ on September 12. This was a demand from people which I assured to fulfill. During the meet, there will be no provocative speeches or slogans, but only placards calling for peace in the society,” he added.
DCC President Harish Kumar, Mayor Kavitha Sanil, Mamatha Gatti, Suresh Ballal, Sashidhar Hegde and others were also present.