Bengaluru: In a shocking incident in the capital, a man who had been identifying and providing information to the police about illegal Bangladeshi migrants attempted suicide in front of the Vidhana Soudha, allegedly due to persistent harassment by the same police force.
Incident Details:
The individual, identified as Dr. Nagendrappa, had been active in providing information regarding illegal Bangladeshi residents. Alleging that the Soladevanahalli police were continuously harassing him and his family, Nagendrappa consumed poison at the gates of the Vidhana Soudha today.
Quick Response by Police:
Noticing Nagendrappa consuming poison, the security personnel and police officers on duty acted swiftly to snatch the poison bottle from his hand. He was immediately rushed to the nearby Bowring Hospital in a police vehicle, where he is currently undergoing treatment.
Serious Allegations by Dr. Nagendrappa:
Dr. Nagendrappa has been campaigning against illegal Bangladeshi migrants for some time. Here are the key allegations he has leveled:
"I was providing information to the police about the whereabouts of illegal Bangladeshis. However, the police are using this as an excuse to harass me," Nagendrappa lamented. He alleged that Soladevanahalli police officials visit his house daily, physically assaulting him and causing severe mental agony. It is alleged that the harassment isn't limited to him; his wife and children are also being targeted.
"Every day, 20 police officers and three police vehicles park in front of my house. I am being treated like a traitor to the country," he expressed with deep pain. "Was it a mistake to fight for the deportation of Bangladeshis? Is this the reward for working in the interest of my country?" asked Nagendrappa, stating that he took this extreme step out of sheer despair.
Conclusion:
This incident occurring in a high-security zone like the Vidhana Soudha has sent shockwaves through the police department. Higher authorities are expected to investigate the allegations against the Soladevanahalli police. The incident has raised serious public concerns: are the police harassing the very individuals who should be protected for aiding the law?