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Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (DV)

Mangaluru, Jul 27: President of Karnataka Christian Association Stany Pinto warned that if the union government fails to provide justice to the victims of Manipur violence, Delhi and Manipur Chalo protests will be organized. Stany further said, “The developments of Manipur are discussed at international level. Worldwide leaders have raised their voice against the atrocities conducted in Manipur. However, it is irony that PM Modi has not said anything on the subject. There is no assurance of PM Modi taking any action on the violence in Manipur. So we will continue our protests. We will rebuild the houses and schools and create history.” 

He was addressing a protest against Manipur violence organized by women commission of Mangalore Diocese, Christian Unity Commission and Mangaluru Christian Council led by Catholic Sabha on July 27 here.

"We stand in solidarity with you, there's no need to fear. The violence in Manipur has been hidden by suspending internet services. The act of women being paraded naked is an appalling and shameful incident witnessed by the entire world. Several churches in the state have also been demolished," said Roy Castelino, in support of the people of Manipur.

Furthermore, Roy Castellino highlighted the contributions of Christians in establishing numerous educational institutions.

S B Mohammed Darimi, president of state Darimi Ulaima federation, said, “Protests are not good for a developing nation. However, it is inevitable to hold protest against the violence that is occurring in various parts of the country including Manipur.” 

Activist Vidya Dinkar criticized the government's decision to suspend internet services following the violence in Manipur. She expressed disappointment in the government's failure to control the law and order situation, accusing the union government of favoring Adani and Ambani.

Vidya Dinkar demanded justice for the women who were paraded naked in Manipur, strongly condemning any form of violence against women. She emphasized that people still live in fear and called out both the state and union governments for not doing enough to maintain law and order in Manipur.

Msgr Maxim Noronha, Ramanath Rai, J B Saldanha, Alwyn D’Souza, Paul Rolphy, Lawrence D’Souza, Ameen Hassan, Sajida Moomin and Nizamuddin Ummer were present.