Bengaluru : Police investigation has revealed that Amulya Leona Noronha, who raised the slogan ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ during the anti-CAA protest in the Freedom Park in the city, wanted to emulate slain journalist Gauri Lankesh.

Amulya had participated in various protests after the death of journalist Gauri Lankesh. She was very much influenced by ‘I am Gauri’ programme. In addition, she liked leftist ideology inspired by the talks of progressive thinkers. Earlier also Amulya had listened to various speeches given by Gauri Lankesh and wanted to be like her.

Amulya had pursued one year diploma course in journalism in order to be a journalist like Gauri Lankesh. She had disclosed this matter with her close friends also. This information was revealed by her to the police during the inquiry.

The organizers of the anti-CAA protest at Freedom Park had clarfied that they did not invite Amulya for the programme. However, it is proven that this was a blatant lie from the organizers. Police have confiscated the VIP pass and tag from Amulya, which was given to her by the organizers. Police have intensified the inquiry and are thinking of grilling Amulya by Special Investigation Team (SIT) to know the complete truth behind the whole protest programme.