Dhruv Rathee to Join Anti-SIR Protest in Bengaluru on October 8
Prakash Raj announces the participation of Dhruv Rathee in a significant protest against the SIR in Bengaluru, urging public support.
Dhruv Rathee confirmed to attend the anti-SIR protest on October 8.
Prakash Raj encourages large public turnout at Freedom Park.
The protest aims to address concerns over the SIR's impact on democracy.
In a significant development, actor and activist Prakash Raj announced that prominent YouTuber Dhruv Rathee will join the anti-SIR protest scheduled for October 8 at Freedom Park in Bengaluru. Raj made this announcement via a video shared on his X account, emphasizing the importance of public participation in the event.
The protest, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and led by Abhijeet Dipke, aims to challenge the controversial SIR legislation, which many believe undermines democratic principles. Raj highlighted that this marks Rathee's first appearance in Bengaluru, where he will lend his voice to the cause alongside other notable figures, including Aishe Ghosh and Neha Bora.
In his video, Prakash Raj stated, "We will be announcing a very special guest... a voice with a spine. That's none other than Dhruv Rathee." He urged citizens to gather in large numbers to stand in solidarity against the SIR, which he described as draconian. The protest is set to commence at 10:30 AM and will include a mass Chappal protest and a People's Tribunal.
The implications of the SIR have raised concerns among various civil society groups, with many arguing that it has inflicted trauma on citizens across Karnataka. Raj reiterated the urgency of the situation, stating, "This is not just the question of vote. It is an attempt to kill democracy, our constitution."
Looking ahead, the protest at Freedom Park is expected to draw significant attention, with further demonstrations planned in Delhi on October 10, where Abhijeet Dipke will demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The upcoming events are pivotal in shaping public discourse around the SIR and its consequences for democracy in India.
