In Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, Hindutva activists in Surathkal celebrated the wedding between a Muslim woman and a Bajrang Dal activist on Friday, sharing the news on social media as "Ayesha becoming Akshatha." The couple, dressed in Hindu attire, is poised to ignite controversy in the sensitive region. They are due to appear before the Surathkal police station. The union involves Prashanth Bhandari, affiliated with Bajrang Dal, and Ayesha, both residing in the same area and in a relationship for three years. Earlier, Prashanth sought Ayesha's mother's permission to marry, prompting her to consult with family members. However, on the same day, the couple disappeared, leading Ayesha's parents to file a police complaint. Reports indicate Prashanth has a prior record with the Surathkal police station, adding an extra layer to the unfolding narrative.
Key Points:
1. A Muslim woman and a Bajrang Dal activist's marriage sparked celebration among Hindutva activists in Karnataka's Dakshina Kannada district, shared through social media claiming a transformation from "Ayesha" to "Akshatha."
2. The couple, donning traditional Hindu attire, stirred controversy in the region known for communal tensions, leading to their summons to the Surathkal police station.
3. Prashanth Bhandari, associated with the Bajrang Dal, wed Ayesha after a three-year relationship. Their disappearance after seeking permission from Ayesha's mother led to a police complaint from her parents.
4. Ayesha's mother had initially deferred the decision about the marriage after consulting family members, coinciding with the couple's sudden disappearance.
5. Prashanth, identified as a history-sheeter with prior records at the Surathkal police station, remains a notable figure in this marriage episode involving religious and social ramifications.
(With Agency Inputs)
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