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Purification Controversy in Haldwani Reaches High Court

The controversy over the alleged 'purification' ritual at Ramleela Ground after Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's public meeting in Haldwani has escalated. A petition has been filed demanding a hearing in the High Court. Kharge wrote to Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha Nadda, urging the registration of an FIR against Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
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हल्द्वानी में कांग्रेस अध्यक्ष मल्लिकार्जुन खड़गे की जनसभा के बाद रामलीला मैदान पर कथित 'शुद्धिकरण' अनुष्ठान को लेकर विवाद बढ़ गया है। इस मामले में हाईकोर्ट में सुनवाई के लिए याचिका दायर की गई है और खड़गे ने मुख्यमंत्री पुष्कर सिंह धामी को एफआईआर दर्ज करने का निर्देश देने की मांग की है।

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  • A petition demanding a High Court hearing has been filed over the alleged purification ritual at Ramleela Ground after Mallikarjun Kharge's public meeting in Haldwani.
  • The ritual involved sprinkling Ganga water with Vedic mantras, raising concerns about potential social unrest.
  • Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Rajya Sabha Leader J.P. Nadda demanding FIR registration and criticized the silence of PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
  • The Uttarakhand High Court is expected to hear the petition on September 7.
  • BJP National President Nitin Naveen will address the state working committee meeting in Haldwani on September 9 amid rising political activity.

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What is the controversy about in Haldwani?
The controversy involves an alleged purification ritual with Ganga water performed after Mallikarjun Kharge's public meeting at Ramleela Ground.
Who has filed a petition regarding the ritual?
A public interest petition has been filed demanding a High Court hearing and preservation of related evidence.
What has Mallikarjun Kharge demanded in response to the incident?
Kharge has demanded the registration of an FIR, directed to Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, and criticized the delay and political silence.
When will the Uttarakhand High Court hear the petition?
The petition is likely to be heard on September 7.
What political events are scheduled in Haldwani following the controversy?
BJP National President Nitin Naveen will attend the state working committee meeting in Haldwani on September 9 to guide election strategy.

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 The controversy over the alleged 'purification' ritual at Ramleela Ground after Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's public meeting in Haldwani has escalated. A petition has been filed demanding a hearing in the High Court.

What the Petition States

According to the petition, after Kharge's public meeting at Ramleela Ground, a so-called 'purification' ritual was performed by sprinkling Ganga water amid the chanting of Vedic mantras. The petitioner expressed concern that this public event could spread social unrest and tension. They have requested instructions to preserve all electronic and documentary evidence, including video recordings of the public meeting, footage of the event venue, and recordings from nearby CCTV cameras.

Kharge's Allegations and Questions to the Central Government

Mallikarjun Kharge expressed displeasure in a letter to Rajya Sabha Leader of the House J.P. Nadda over the non-registration of an FIR in this matter. He demanded that Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami be directed to register the FIR. Kharge expressed surprise that no action has been taken even after 24 days and criticized the filing of a case against Rahul Gandhi. He questioned the silence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on this issue.

Hearing and Political Preparations

The public interest petition is likely to be heard in the Uttarakhand High Court on September 7. BJP National President Nitin Naveen will participate in the state working committee meeting in Haldwani on September 9 and provide guidance on election strategy. Political activity has intensified amid this controversy.

I have written a letter to Leader of the House Nadda in Rajya Sabha urging the Chief Minister to be directed to register an FIR.

Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister

This matter is connected to the sentiments of millions of people who face this harsh reality daily.

Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress President
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