Accused in Gauri Lankesh murder welcomed by Hindu organizations in Vijayapura

Two individuals accused in the murder of journalist Gauri Lankesh have been granted bail, sparking significant reactions upon their arrival in Vijayapura, Karnataka. Upon their return, they were greeted with a rousing welcome by various Hindu organizations, who expressed their support for the accused.

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In a show of reverence, the accused participated in a puja at a local temple, where they offered prayers and sought blessings. The gathering also included the garlanding of a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a historical figure revered in many parts of India. Supporters of the accused chanted slogans of "Bharat Mata ki Jai," further emphasizing their backing of the individuals.

Two accused in Gauri Lankesh's murder who were granted bail, received a warm welcome in Vijayapura, Karnataka, from Hindu organizations. They performed puja at a temple and garlanded a Shivaji statue while supporters chanted "Bharat Mata ki Jai." The duo declined to speak to the… pic.twitter.com/TOJbEwZ931

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Two accused in Gauri Lankesh's murder who were granted bail, received a warm welcome in Vijayapura, Karnataka, from Hindu organizations. They performed puja at a temple and garlanded a Shivaji statue while supporters chanted "Bharat Mata ki Jai." The duo declined to speak to the… pic.twitter.com/TOJbEwZ931

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Despite the attention surrounding their release, the two accused chose not to address the media, avoiding questions regarding their bail and the ongoing case.

Gauri Lankesh, known for her outspoken views and critical journalism, was tragically shot dead on September 5, 2017, in Bengaluru’s RR Nagar. Her murder sent shockwaves across the nation, sparking widespread outrage and discussions about the safety of journalists in India. The legal proceedings surrounding her case continue to draw significant public and media interest.