Only those making provocative speeches oppose anti-hate speech Bill: CM Siddaramaiah

Key Points

1. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed opposition to the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025.
2. The Chief Minister stated that the Bill targets those making provocative speeches.
3. Siddaramaiah assured that the Gruha Lakshmi assistance pending for February and March would be disbursed after examination.
4. The Chief Minister dismissed allegations of misappropriation of Gruha Lakshmi funds, citing direct transfer to beneficiaries.
5. The Bill applies uniformly to all political parties, including Congress, BJP, and JD(S).