Yashodhara Bangera

Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (RJP)

Mangaluru, Jun 23: A complaint stands lodged at Moodbidri police station against a person who allegedly posted an inhuman comment on a Christian community in Facebook relating to accident victims.

Christian leader Ashwin Pereira in a press meet called in Moodbidri revealed that a person named Shankar Prasad posted an inhuman comment relating to the deaths of small school going children who died in an accident at Trasi on Wednesday June 22. The comment red that “As all the children died are Christians, why should we worry about it?”. The comments were written in local Tulu language and reference to Christians was made with the word ‘Porbulnakulu’.

Pereira said if Shankar Prasad is not apprehended within 7 days, district-wide protest will be held. He said higher police officials in the district will be notified about the police complaint.

“Shankar Prasad is a black mark in society. When innocent children have died, issue of religion should not be brought into the matter. He has hurt the feelings of Christians. His approach is sadistic.” said Pereira.

Pereira demanded that Shankar Prasad should apologise for his comments.

“No one should be hurt like this. By taking stern action against Shankar Prasad, justice can be done to the families of the deceased. While the police have started the process of imposing the directives relating to safety of children, Moodbidri police are yet to do the same. Parents of children too should take enough precautions with regard to the safety.” Pereira added.

Manoj Alvares and Jerald Mendis were present in the press meet.