Congress working president Satish Jarkiholi withdrew his remarks on the origin of the phrase ‘Hindu’ and tendered an apology to these damage by his remarks.
In a letter on Wednesday, he appealed to Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai to arrange an enquiry committee to probe those that “conspired to defame” him by “misinterpreting” his remarks made at an occasion in Chikkodi.
At an occasion organised by Manava Bandutva Vedike on November 6, Jarkiholi mentioned: “The phrase ‘Hindu’ is derived from Persian. How did it come to India?”
“I mentioned that there have been many articles which mentioned that the phrase ‘Hindu’ had a foul that means and that it’s essential to be mentioned publicly. My speech was based mostly on Wikipedia, books, dictionaries and works of historians. Some vested pursuits have branded me anti-Hindu. There’s additionally a scientific ploy to defame me and harm my picture,” he mentioned within the letter, urging Bommai to probe those that created ruckus with out explaining the true image.
“One of many statements made at Nippani, which was twisted out of context, has stirred an argument. Furthermore, to make sure that there isn’t a false impression amongst folks, I’m withdrawing the statements which had been made with a great intention. I additionally remorse the damage felt by folks attributable to my assertion,” he mentioned.
Jarkiholi was below hearth from the BJP after his evaluation of the origin of the phrase ‘Hindu’ went viral. Whereas Congress distanced itself from the comment and condemned it, BJP leaders lashed out on the former minister and the Congress demanding his ouster from the celebration. The BJP had additionally staged protests in all district centres Wednesday, demanding motion towards Jarkiholi.
Jarkiholi had mentioned at an occasion held Sunday, that the phrase ‘Hindu’ was of Persian origin and requested what was the relation between Hindu and India. “For those who perceive the that means of the phrase, you’ll be ashamed… The that means of the phrase Hindu could be very soiled. I’m not saying this. That is on the web site… You have got introduced this faith, (and) phrase from elsewhere and are imposing it on us. This must be mentioned,” he had mentioned.