BJP leader C T Ravi was arrested on December 19, 2024, after he allegedly used derogatory language against Karnataka Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar during a session of the Legislative Council. The incident escalated during a heated exchange, leading Hebbalkar to file a complaint against him.
Details Of The Incident
The confrontation occurred in the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, where Minister Hebbalkar accused Ravi of using inappropriate words. Following her complaint, police registered a case against him under sections related to sexual harassment and insulting a woman’s modesty. C T Ravi was taken into custody and faced significant backlash from Hebbalkar’s supporters, who protested against him outside the assembly.
Reactions And Statements
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah condemned Ravi’s actions, stating that using such language constitutes a criminal offense. He emphasized that it was painful for Hebbalkar and described the incident as an act of sexual harassment. Despite the allegations, C T Ravi denied any wrongdoing, claiming that he had not used any derogatory terms and suggesting that he only referred to Hebbalkar as “frustrated.”
Legal Proceedings
After his arrest, C T Ravi was brought to Bengaluru for a court hearing. However, he was granted bail by the Karnataka High Court shortly after his arrest. The court’s decision allowed him to be released while the investigation continues.
This incident has sparked discussions about decorum in political discourse and the treatment of women in politics. As the situation unfolds, both parties have expressed their views, and further investigations are expected to clarify the events that transpired in the Legislative Council.
