Maulavi touchs Inappropriately Minor Girl on Bus [Mangaluru, Karnataka]

(Reported as seen)

In a harrowing incident on July 13th, a Maulavi was beaten by female passengers on a KSRTC bus traveling from Bengaluru to Mangaluru after he allegedly molested a Hindu minor girl. The incident, which occurred in Dakshina Kannada, has sparked widespread concern about the safety of women and girls in public spaces.

According to reports from the Mangalore Mirror and TV9 Kannada, the Maulavi asked the minor girl to sit beside him and then proceeded to touch her inappropriately. Enraged by his actions, the girl’s mother, along with other passengers, retaliated by physically assaulting the man. This confrontation was captured on a mobile phone and has since gone viral on social media, drawing significant public attention and outrage.

The incident underscores a troubling trend of crimes committed by individuals with extremist ideologies, raising serious concerns about the safety of Hindu women and girls. The video of the incident has been widely shared by Hindu organizations on social media platforms, warning against the dangers posed by individuals with such extremist beliefs.

This event is part of a broader pattern of rising concerns in the region. Reports of “love jihad” cases, where Islamist men are accused of influencing and marrying Hindu girls, have increased in Dakshina Kannada. Additionally, there have been controversies over Islamists performing namaz in the middle of roads, with public criticism of authorities for allegedly failing to take action.

The rise in such incidents highlights the urgent need for authorities to implement stringent measures to ensure the safety and security of all passengers on public transportation. Public transportation should be a safe and reliable mode of travel, free from the threat of harassment or violence. There is a growing demand for immediate and decisive action to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens, particularly vulnerable groups like women and girls, in public spaces.

The community and concerned organizations are calling for stronger enforcement of laws and better protective measures to prevent such incidents in the future. It is imperative for the government and law enforcement agencies to address these concerns promptly to restore public confidence and ensure the safety of all citizens.

As the public outcry grows, authorities must take immediate steps to investigate this incident thoroughly and bring the perpetrator to justice. Enhanced security measures and awareness campaigns are needed to protect vulnerable individuals and ensure that public transportation remains a safe environment for everyone.