Pro-Kannada activist Vatal Nagaraj arrested over 2021 Covid protest outside minister’s residence
Indian Express·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Bengaluru police arrested pro-Kannada activist Vatal Nagaraj on Tuesday for a 2021 demonstration outside education minister Suresh Kumar's residence. Nagaraj had demanded automatic student promotion during Covid pandemic lockdowns. He sought court appearance exemptions twice, which were rejected. The 42nd Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate court issued an arrest warrant. During arrest, Nagaraj objected to the English-language warrant, demanding Kannada documentation. He was taken for medical check-up and produced in court. The magistrate allowed his plea to challenge the fine order. Next hearing scheduled April 30.
Key Entities
Vatal NagarajBengaluru policeSuresh Kumar2021 Covid protest42nd Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate courtBasaveshwaranagar police