People across India are celebrating the Dusshera and Vijay Dashami today as the day marks the end of the 9-Day Navaratri. The occasion of Dussehra marks triumph of good over evil. Watch to know more.

India: Ravana's Mighty Form Goes Up In Flames

<p>As the grand temple of Lord Ram was being consecrated at his birthplace in northern India's Ayodhya, celebrations also erupted over 3,300 km south at Seetha Eliya village in Sri Lanka on Monday (Jan 22). The place is believed to be the site where Sita, Lord Ram's wife, was held captive by demon King Ravana.</p>

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<p>The site remains sanctified as Seetha Amman Temple, built by Tamil estate labourers who came to Sri Lanka in the 19th century.</p>

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<p>Children also sang "Raghu Pati Raghav Raja Ram...", the famous Hindi devotional song dedicated to Lord Ram. It is a key temple in the Ramayana pilgrimage trail in Sri Lanka.</p>

<p>It is believed that at the site of Seetha Amman temple, Sita&nbsp;prayed for her husband Rama to come and rescue her.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-pm-modi-leads-sacred-pran-pratishtha-rituals-in-ayodhya-on-ram-mandir-consecration-682371">Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration: PM Modi remembers 'kar sevaks', declares Jan 22 'birth of new era'</a></strong></p>

<p>Beside the temple, there&nbsp;is a stream that runs from the hill nearby and is said to have been formed for the needs of Sita Devi during her days in captivity, also known as Ashoka Vatika.</p>

<p>It is also believed that Sita took a bath in this stream.</p>

<p>On a rock across the stream are circular depressions that are regarded to be the footprints of Hanuman.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Ram Mandir: Lord Ram has finally arrived in his abode: PM Modi in first address after inauguration</strong></p>

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<p>In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla's idol and said, "after centuries of unprecedented patience, countless sacrifices, renunciations and penances, our Prabhu Ram has come to us."</p>

<p>"Ram Lalla will not stay in a tent now. He will stay in the grand temple..." the Indian prime minister added.</p>

<p>Ram Lalla, the childhood form of Lord Ram,&nbsp;has been placed in the main sanctum sanctorum at the ground floor of the temple.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi also performed 'parikrama' or circling of the deity and did 'dandavat pranam' or prostration.</p>

<p>Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and state Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were present at the ceremony.</p>

<p>Indian Air Force (IAF) choppers showered flower petals over Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple premises in Ayodhya as the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled.</p>

<p>Over 8,000 guests, including film stars, sports persons, industrialists, seers and sages as well as the representatives of all major spiritual and religious sects, were&nbsp;invited to the ceremony at the&nbsp;temple.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As the grand temple of Lord Ram was being consecrated at his birthplace in northern India's Ayodhya, celebrations also erupted over 3,300 km south at Seetha Eliya village in Sri Lanka on Monday (Jan 22).

As the grand temple of Lord Ram was being consecrated at his birthplace in northern India's Ayodhya, celebrations also erupted over 3,300 km south at Seetha Eliya village in Sri Lanka on Monday (Jan 22). The place is believed to be the site where Sita, Lord Ram's wife, was held captive by demon King Ravana. "Raghu Pati Raghav Raja Ram.." Hindu Devotional songs being sung by children at Sri Lanka's famous Seetha Eliya Temple pic.twitter.com/QWYVD5VKbt — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) January 22, 2024 × The site remains sanctified as Seetha Amman Temple, built by Tamil estate labourers who came to Sri Lanka in the 19th century. Seetha Eliya Temple in Sri Lanka. Key temple in Ramayana trail in Sri Lanka & associated with pilgrimage. pic.twitter.com/GFuUI0PvgV — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) January 22, 2024 × Children also sang "Raghu Pati Raghav Raja Ram...", the famous Hindi devotional song dedicated to Lord Ram. It is a key temple in the Ramayana pilgrimage trail in Sri Lanka. It is believed that at the site of Seetha Amman temple, Sita prayed for her husband Rama to come and rescue her. Also read | Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration: PM Modi remembers 'kar sevaks', declares Jan 22 'birth of new era' Beside the temple, there is a stream that runs from the hill nearby and is said to have been formed for the needs of Sita Devi during her days in captivity, also known as Ashoka Vatika. It is also believed that Sita took a bath in this stream. On a rock across the stream are circular depressions that are regarded to be the footprints of Hanuman. Also watch | Ram Mandir: Lord Ram has finally arrived in his abode: PM Modi in first address after inauguration × In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla's idol and said, "after centuries of unprecedented patience, countless sacrifices, renunciations and penances, our Prabhu Ram has come to us." "Ram Lalla will not stay in a tent now. He will stay in the grand temple..." the Indian prime minister added. Ram Lalla, the childhood form of Lord Ram, has been placed in the main sanctum sanctorum at the ground floor of the temple. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also performed 'parikrama' or circling of the deity and did 'dandavat pranam' or prostration. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and state Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were present at the ceremony. Indian Air Force (IAF) choppers showered flower petals over Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple premises in Ayodhya as the idol of Ram Lalla was unveiled. Over 8,000 guests, including film stars, sports persons, industrialists, seers and sages as well as the representatives of all major spiritual and religious sects, were invited to the ceremony at the temple. (With inputs from agencies)

Ram Mandir I Prayers held at Sri Lanka temple near where Ravana kept Sita captive as per Ramayana

<p>Penned by ‘Baahubali’ writer KV Vijayendra Prasad and helmed by Alaukik Desai, ‘Sita’ is said to be one of the most ambitious projects in progress. And now Ranveer Singh has been roped in for the film.</p>

<p>Told from Sita’s perspective, the film is said to be considering Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor Khan for the title role. Further, a source revealed that Ranveer Singh is being approached to play Ravana.</p>

<p>The source quoted in a report said, "Sita will be mounted on a huge scale and the magnitude of the film will be as big as a Baahubali. While it's a toss-up between Kareena and Alia for the main role, the makers (director Alaukik Desai) have approached Ranveer Singh to play Ravana. Yes, if this happens, it might be the first ever film that Ranveer and Kareena will be doing together. They were supposed to do Ram Leela but it didn't work out. From what we know, both Bebo and Ranveer have loved their parts and are waiting for the final narration to give a go ahead to the project.”</p>


Penned by ‘Baahubali’ writer KV Vijayendra Prasad and helmed by Alaukik Desai, ‘Sita’ is said to be one of the most ambitious projects in progress. And now Ranveer Singh has been roped in for the film.

Penned by ‘Baahubali’ writer KV Vijayendra Prasad and helmed by Alaukik Desai, ‘Sita’ is said to be one of the most ambitious projects in progress. And now Ranveer Singh has been roped in for the film. Told from Sita’s perspective, the film is said to be considering Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor Khan for the title role. Further, a source revealed that Ranveer Singh is being approached to play Ravana. The source quoted in a report said, "Sita will be mounted on a huge scale and the magnitude of the film will be as big as a Baahubali. While it's a toss-up between Kareena and Alia for the main role, the makers (director Alaukik Desai) have approached Ranveer Singh to play Ravana. Yes, if this happens, it might be the first ever film that Ranveer and Kareena will be doing together. They were supposed to do Ram Leela but it didn't work out. From what we know, both Bebo and Ranveer have loved their parts and are waiting for the final narration to give a go ahead to the project.”

Ranveer Singh to play Ravana in Alaukik Desai’s Sita

Did you know that Ravana celebrated as a symbol of strength in Sri Lanka? The demon king is the antagonist in the Hindu epic Ramayana. But, he is playing a major role in the upcoming Lankan polls. WION's Palki Sharma has the details.

Gravitas: Ravana gets a role in the upcoming Sri Lankan election

<p>Among other factors, India and Sri Lanka's history is also knit by a Hindu epic, the Ramayana.</p>

<p>Its protagonist is Lord Ram and antagonist, the demon-king of Lanka, Ravana.</p>

<p>In Ramayana, Ravana abducts Lord Rama's wife Sita, takes her to Lanka, where she was kept as a prisoner.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In India, by and large, Ravana is considered as a symbol of evil and Lord Rama is celebrated.</p>

<p>The Hindu deity is often mentioned in Indian election rallies too, where voters are promised of building a Ram temple.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>On August 5, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the temple town of Ayodhya to lay the foundation for the Lord Rama temple.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-drops-plan-to-conduct-advance-polling-for-people-under-quarantine-316452">Sri Lanka drops plan to conduct advance polling for people under quarantine</a></strong></p>

<p>On the same day, Sri Lanka will vote, but unlike India, it is heading to elections by celebrating Ravana.</p>

<p>Sri Lanka considers him a great ruler and a learned scholar.</p>

<p>Interestingly, the name of Sri Lanka's first indigenous satellite is Ravana-1.</p>

<p>In this island nation, a Buddhist monk-led political organisation is called Ravana Balaya.</p>

<p>And now, the Sinhalese Buddhists are trying to build a cult around Ravana.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They are projecting him as an embodiment of Sri Lanka's fight against India and the West.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sri Lankan President Gotabay Rajapaksa's nationalist government is trying to cash on this narrative.</p>

<p>Recently, the Lankan Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation issued a newspaper advertisement, which urged people to share research and documents on Ravana.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government said it is conducting research on the lost aerial routes.</p>

<p>In mythology, Ravana is said to have built an aircraft, which he used to fly to India and other overseas lands.</p>

<p>So, what is being presented as scientific research is nothing but an attempt to stir-up nationalistic sentiments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is also being used to unite the Sinhalese Buddhist, who Rajapaksas see as their vote bank.</p>

<p>As they seek votes with the promise of unity, it is Ravana, who is once again emerging as a charismatic leader, and a symbol of Lankan power.&nbsp;</p>


Among other factors, India and Sri Lanka's history is also knit by a Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Its protagonist is Lord Ram and antagonist, the demon-king of Lanka, Ravana.

Among other factors, India and Sri Lanka's history is also knit by a Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Its protagonist is Lord Ram and antagonist, the demon-king of Lanka, Ravana. In Ramayana, Ravana abducts Lord Rama's wife Sita, takes her to Lanka, where she was kept as a prisoner. In India, by and large, Ravana is considered as a symbol of evil and Lord Rama is celebrated. The Hindu deity is often mentioned in Indian election rallies too, where voters are promised of building a Ram temple. Watch | On August 5, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the temple town of Ayodhya to lay the foundation for the Lord Rama temple. Also read | Sri Lanka drops plan to conduct advance polling for people under quarantine On the same day, Sri Lanka will vote, but unlike India, it is heading to elections by celebrating Ravana. Sri Lanka considers him a great ruler and a learned scholar. Interestingly, the name of Sri Lanka's first indigenous satellite is Ravana-1. In this island nation, a Buddhist monk-led political organisation is called Ravana Balaya. And now, the Sinhalese Buddhists are trying to build a cult around Ravana. They are projecting him as an embodiment of Sri Lanka's fight against India and the West. Sri Lankan President Gotabay Rajapaksa's nationalist government is trying to cash on this narrative. Recently, the Lankan Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation issued a newspaper advertisement, which urged people to share research and documents on Ravana. The government said it is conducting research on the lost aerial routes. In mythology, Ravana is said to have built an aircraft, which he used to fly to India and other overseas lands. So, what is being presented as scientific research is nothing but an attempt to stir-up nationalistic sentiments. It is also being used to unite the Sinhalese Buddhist, who Rajapaksas see as their vote bank. As they seek votes with the promise of unity, it is Ravana, who is once again emerging as a charismatic leader, and a symbol of Lankan power.

Sri Lanka: Can Ravana ensure a victory for Rajapaksas?

<p>When populist strongmen have little else to offer, they offer pride and try to&nbsp;influence the way the past is perceived and&nbsp;use these manufactured perceptions to consolidate their grip on power. We saw it in the case of nepal recently when Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli&nbsp;tried mobilising history on being cornered. Comrade oli declared that Hindu diety Lord Ram was a Nepali and not an Indian.</p>

<p>He even accused India of cultural encroachment and of&nbsp;creating a fake Ayodhya,&nbsp;the birthplace of Lord Ram. But nobody took comrade Oli seriously and at best his claims made up for soom good internet memes. Now we have another neighbour&nbsp;trying to mobilise history and&nbsp;looking to package the past to whip up nationalistic pride.</p>

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<p>According to the Sri Lankan government,&nbsp;Ravana was the world's first aviator and he first ever person to fly.&nbsp;In Hindu mythology, Ravan was the demon king of Sri Lanka, symbol of evil. In Lankan mythology, he is considered a great ruler and symbol of scholarly excellence. There are many layers to this, but this is the most simplistic perception.</p>

<p>In both the versions, Ravan flew to India some 5,000 years ago. The line between mythology and history has often been blurred. Now the Lanka government wants to understand the methods used by Ravana to fly in ancient times. It wants to conduct in-depth research on this subject. So the Lankan Civil Aviation Authority has come up with an idea and has made an open call to the Sri Lankan public. A request to submit any literature or paraphernalia that suggests the existence of flying machines during Ravana's reign.</p>

<p>This project is titled: 'King Ravana and the ancient domination in the aerial routes that is now lost'</p>

<p>Under this project, if sufficient information is gathered, the department of archaelogy will begin visiting historical sites in Sri Lanka. Shashi Dana-Tunge, the vice chairman of the Lankan Civil Aviation Authority&nbsp;has been quoted as saying 'king Ravana was a genius... He was the first person to fly... He was an aviator... This is not mythology, it is a fact... There needs to be detailed research on this. In the next five years, we will prove this....'</p>

<p>Lanka says that they would prove this in five years.</p>


When populist strongmen have little else to offer, they offer pride and try to influence the way the past is perceived and use these manufactured perceptions to consolidate their grip on power.

When populist strongmen have little else to offer, they offer pride and try to influence the way the past is perceived and use these manufactured perceptions to consolidate their grip on power. We saw it in the case of nepal recently when Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli tried mobilising history on being cornered. Comrade oli declared that Hindu diety Lord Ram was a Nepali and not an Indian. He even accused India of cultural encroachment and of creating a fake Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram. But nobody took comrade Oli seriously and at best his claims made up for soom good internet memes. Now we have another neighbour trying to mobilise history and looking to package the past to whip up nationalistic pride. According to the Sri Lankan government, Ravana was the world's first aviator and he first ever person to fly. In Hindu mythology, Ravan was the demon king of Sri Lanka, symbol of evil. In Lankan mythology, he is considered a great ruler and symbol of scholarly excellence. There are many layers to this, but this is the most simplistic perception. In both the versions, Ravan flew to India some 5,000 years ago. The line between mythology and history has often been blurred. Now the Lanka government wants to understand the methods used by Ravana to fly in ancient times. It wants to conduct in-depth research on this subject. So the Lankan Civil Aviation Authority has come up with an idea and has made an open call to the Sri Lankan public. A request to submit any literature or paraphernalia that suggests the existence of flying machines during Ravana's reign. This project is titled: 'King Ravana and the ancient domination in the aerial routes that is now lost' Under this project, if sufficient information is gathered, the department of archaelogy will begin visiting historical sites in Sri Lanka. Shashi Dana-Tunge, the vice chairman of the Lankan Civil Aviation Authority has been quoted as saying 'king Ravana was a genius... He was the first person to fly... He was an aviator... This is not mythology, it is a fact... There needs to be detailed research on this. In the next five years, we will prove this....' Lanka says that they would prove this in five years.

Sri Lankan govt claims Ravana was the world's first aviator

<p>On the occasion of Dussehra, a Ravana effigy measuring 221 feet was set ablaze here on Tuesday.<br />
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Organisers claimed that it is India's tallest Ravana effigy.<br />
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Thousands of people, including elders, women and children thronged to the Gadda ground EWS Colony, Dhanas to participate in the 'Vijaydashami' celebration.</p>

<p>The effigy was built within a span of 6 months with the help of 40 workers.<br />
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The day is celebrated with enthusiasm and vigour throughout the country in different ways but burning effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkaran and Meghnad along with fireworks remains the most prominent form of celebration in the northern part of the country.<br />
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In South India, Mysore's Dussehra is known for its grandeur, where thousands throng the city palace to witness the procession and take part in festivities.</p>


On the occasion of Dussehra, a Ravana effigy measuring 221 feet was set ablaze here on Tuesday. Organisers claimed that it is India's tallest Ravana effigy. Thousands of people, including elders, women and children thronged to the Gadda ground EWS Colony, Dhanas to participate in the 'Vijaydashami' celebration.

On the occasion of Dussehra, a Ravana effigy measuring 221 feet was set ablaze here on Tuesday. Organisers claimed that it is India's tallest Ravana effigy. Thousands of people, including elders, women and children thronged to the Gadda ground EWS Colony, Dhanas to participate in the 'Vijaydashami' celebration. The effigy was built within a span of 6 months with the help of 40 workers. The day is celebrated with enthusiasm and vigour throughout the country in different ways but burning effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkaran and Meghnad along with fireworks remains the most prominent form of celebration in the northern part of the country. In South India, Mysore's Dussehra is known for its grandeur, where thousands throng the city palace to witness the procession and take part in festivities.

At 221 feet, India's tallest Ravana effigy burnt in Chandigarh

<p>The man who played the character of demon king Ravana at the Ram Leela at Joda Phatak was among those killed in the train accident.</p>

<p>After he enacted the role of Ravana, Dalbir Singh, in his twenties, was watching the burning of an effigy from the tracks when he, along with 58 others, was run over by a train.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dalbir has an eight-month-old daughter.</p>

<p>Unable to control her emotions, Dalbir Singh's mother said her son was playing different characters in the Ram Leela for the past many years.</p>

<p>"My son played the role of Ravana at the Ram Leela, which was held on the ground at Dhobi Ghat adjacent to Joda Phatak...He is no more...He too was run over by the train," the mother said.</p>

<p>Manoj, a friend of Dalbir, said he had been playing the role of Ravana for the past five years at the Ram Leela, which is held at a ground a little distance away from the accident site.</p>

<p>His mother says said that Dalbir's body would not be cremated until the family gets compensation from the government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Seeking job for the widow of Dalbir Singh, his mother said that the state government should give her a government job so that the family could sustain their livelihood.</p>

<p>"We want justice...It is unfortunate that none from the government or any politician has visited the family," she said.</p>

<p>Another friend of Dalbir said that on seeing a speeding train approaching the area, he had rushed towards them to save them.</p>

<p>"Dalbir was able to push 7 to 8 people away from the rail track...But there was something else in store for him as the train ran over him, killing him on the spot," he said.</p>

<p>At least 59 people were killed Friday evening after a crowd of Dussehra revellers that had spilled onto railway tracks while watching the burning of a Ravana effigy was run over by a train near Joda Phatak here.</p>

<p>The incident took place on Friday evening when at least 300 people were watching the 'Ravana dahan' at a ground adjacent to the tracks.</p>

<p>As the effigy was lit and fireworks went off, a section of the crowd started retreating towards the tracks where a large number of people were already standing to watch the event, officials had said.</p>


The man who played the character of demon king Ravana at the Ram Leela at Joda Phatak was among those killed in the train accident. After he enacted the role of Ravana, Dalbir Singh, in his twenties, was watching the burning of an effigy from the tracks when he, along with 58 others, was run over by a train.

The man who played the character of demon king Ravana at the Ram Leela at Joda Phatak was among those killed in the train accident. After he enacted the role of Ravana, Dalbir Singh, in his twenties, was watching the burning of an effigy from the tracks when he, along with 58 others, was run over by a train. Dalbir has an eight-month-old daughter. Unable to control her emotions, Dalbir Singh's mother said her son was playing different characters in the Ram Leela for the past many years. "My son played the role of Ravana at the Ram Leela, which was held on the ground at Dhobi Ghat adjacent to Joda Phatak...He is no more...He too was run over by the train," the mother said. Manoj, a friend of Dalbir, said he had been playing the role of Ravana for the past five years at the Ram Leela, which is held at a ground a little distance away from the accident site. His mother says said that Dalbir's body would not be cremated until the family gets compensation from the government. Seeking job for the widow of Dalbir Singh, his mother said that the state government should give her a government job so that the family could sustain their livelihood. "We want justice...It is unfortunate that none from the government or any politician has visited the family," she said. Another friend of Dalbir said that on seeing a speeding train approaching the area, he had rushed towards them to save them. "Dalbir was able to push 7 to 8 people away from the rail track...But there was something else in store for him as the train ran over him, killing him on the spot," he said. At least 59 people were killed Friday evening after a crowd of Dussehra revellers that had spilled onto railway tracks while watching the burning of a Ravana effigy was run over by a train near Joda Phatak here. The incident took place on Friday evening when at least 300 people were watching the 'Ravana dahan' at a ground adjacent to the tracks. As the effigy was lit and fireworks went off, a section of the crowd started retreating towards the tracks where a large number of people were already standing to watch the event, officials had said.

Man who essayed character of Ravana among killed in train accident in Amritsar

<p>The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee has sent a letter to the Election Commission against Janardhan Reddy,&nbsp;former Minister of the state government over his comments on Siddaramaiah.</p>

<p>The letter filed by the Congress committee said that while campaigning for a BJP candidate Sriramulu,&nbsp;Reddy has said that the BJP had fielded the candidate to kill Siddharavana.</p>

<p>The complaint quoted Reddy as saying, "Sriramulu has been fielded by BJP to kill Siddharavana". Siddharavana which means " demon" reportedly referred to Siddaramaiah.</p>

<p>The former Union Minister had called the chief minister Siddaramaiah "Ravana" while comparing Sriramulu to "Rama".</p>

<p>Sriramulu is contesting against Siddaramaiah from Badami constituency.</p>

<p>In its complaint, the Congress has sought an action against Reddy.</p>

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The letter filed by the Congress committee said that while campaigning for a BJP candidate Sriramulu, Reddy has said that the BJP had fielded the candidate to kill Siddharavana

The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee has sent a letter to the Election Commission against Janardhan Reddy, former Minister of the state government over his comments on Siddaramaiah. The letter filed by the Congress committee said that while campaigning for a BJP candidate Sriramulu, Reddy has said that the BJP had fielded the candidate to kill Siddharavana. The complaint quoted Reddy as saying, "Sriramulu has been fielded by BJP to kill Siddharavana". Siddharavana which means " demon" reportedly referred to Siddaramaiah. The former Union Minister had called the chief minister Siddaramaiah "Ravana" while comparing Sriramulu to "Rama". Sriramulu is contesting against Siddaramaiah from Badami constituency. In its complaint, the Congress has sought an action against Reddy. Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee sent a letter to EC against Janardhan Reddy,ex-Min of Karnataka govt,saying while campaigning for BJP candidate Sriramulu at Molakalmuru, Reddy said, "Sriramulu has been fielded by BJP to kill Siddharavana", referring to Siddaramaiah as demon. — ANI (@ANI) April 28, 2018 ×

Karnataka elections: Congress moves EC over ex-minister's comment on Siddaramaiah

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