India This Week ~ June 3, 2022
India This Week ~ June 3, 2022
India This Week - June 3, 2022
Summary:
In a recent development, the Supreme Court observed that every individual, including sex workers, has the right to a dignified life. The court emphasized the importance of human decency and dignity, especially for marginalized groups like sex workers and their children. The panel appointed by the Supreme Court recommended guidelines to protect sex workers during raids on brothels and ensure their rights are upheld.
Following the tragic murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, Congress leaders demanded the resignation of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann due to the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. Moose Wala, a promising young artist, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Mansa district. The incident raised concerns about security measures and political motivations behind the attack.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan highlighted the issue of anti-Christian attacks in India, citing 486 incidents that occurred last year. He criticized sectarianism and bigotry, emphasizing the need for unity and tolerance. The Chief Minister condemned hate speech and violence against religious minorities, calling for strict action against perpetrators.
Amid concerns of horse-trading in the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls, the Congress party decided to move its Haryana MLAs to a resort in Chhattisgarh to prevent defections. The party's strategy aims to safeguard its members from external influences and ensure the integrity of the electoral process.
The Enforcement Directorate summoned Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in connection with the National Herald case, reopening a probe into alleged financial irregularities. The case, originally closed in 2015, resurfaced following allegations of fund misappropriation and fraudulent transactions involving prominent political figures.
In Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared that the Ram Mandir would be the national temple of India. Adityanath laid the foundation stone for the temple's sanctum sanctorum, symbolizing unity and spiritual significance. The ongoing construction of the temple signifies a historic and cultural milestone for the country.
