Death threats issued to 61 prominent figures including HDK, Siddaramaiah
A threatening letter issued to 61 writers, including previous Karnataka chief ministers, has caused a stir. Among them are Karnataka Opposition Leader Siddaramaiah, former Chief Minister Kumaraswamy, and well-known progressive litterateur K. Veerabhadrappa, who have received death threats on social media.
Death is all around you; be prepared to die, according to a post that has gone viral on social media in Karnataka. The miscreants who disseminated the letter identified themselves as 'Sahishna Hindus' (tolerant Hindu). You've been on a destructive path. You are very near to death. You should be prepared. Death can hit you in a variety of ways. 'Inform your family members and make funeral preparations,' read the statement.
Former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has warned the administration that such threats should not be taken lightly. He urged the ruling BJP to give them with security.
