Two-day ‘May Sahitya Mela’ begins in Hubballi, speakers call for fight to protect parliamentary democracy
The two-day 'May Sahitya Mela' commenced in Hubballi, focusing on the theme 'Attack on Constitutional Democracy'. Writers and activists gathered to discuss the threats to parliamentary democracy and the Constitution in India. Key speakers emphasized the need for unity in combating autocratic forces and protecting democratic values.
- ▪The event began with a rendition of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution.
- ▪Senior journalist Sanathkumar Belagali expressed concerns over attempts to undermine democracy.
- ▪Keynote speaker N. Pani highlighted the use of cultural weapons to create societal divides.
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The two-day ‘May Sahitya Mela’ (May Literary Convention) with the theme ‘Attack on Constitutional Democracy’ began at the R.N. Shetty Kalyanamantapa in Hubballi on Saturday (May 16). A host of writers, activists, and intellectuals from across Karnataka and neighbouring States participated in it.At the literary convention, which started with a rendition of the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, senior journalist Sanathkumar Belagali initiated the inaugural session and expressed concern over systematic attempts to destroy a democratic nation and create a nation based on ‘Manu Smriti’. “All the forces that believe in parliamentary democracy and coexistence should fight against such attempts.
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