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Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (DV)
Mangaluru, Jul 1: The Karnataka Syro Malabar Catholic Association (KSMCA) held a protest, condemning violence and atrocities against Christians in Manipur near clock tower here on Saturday July 1.
Addressing the gathering, former MLA J R Lobo said, "Racism is increasing in Manipur. Several people have died and many are injured in the violence there. Our country believes in unity in diversity. Christians are facing several problems. It is very difficult for minority communities to survive. We cannot tolerate the suppression of Christians.
“The law and order has completely collapsed in Manipur. Why has the government failed to control the situation? Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah should understand the problem. The PM is yet to visit the state or speak on the issue. If they fail to curb such violence, it will send a bad message to the entire country and world. This will be a black mark to the government,” he said.
Later, a memorandum was submitted to the deputy commissioner.
Director of KSMCA Fr Mathew Vettamthadam, president of KSMCA Bitty Nedunilam, advocate Xavier Paleli, Global Catholic Congress secretary Benny Antony, Sebastian M J, Jinson, PRO Sebastian P C and others were present.