Fri Dec 20 17:07:38 UTC 2024: ## BJP Leader C.T. Ravi Alleges Political Persecution After Arrest

**Hubballi, Karnataka –** Former Karnataka Minister and BJP MLC C.T. Ravi has accused the Congress government of politically motivated persecution following his arrest and subsequent release on interim bail. Mr. Ravi, speaking at a press conference in Davangere on Friday, claimed his arrest was unlawful, citing a “baseless charge” and lack of jurisdiction. He alleged he was subjected to an 11-hour ordeal, transported across four districts and over 50 villages, solely to humiliate him.

Mr. Ravi’s arrest stemmed from a case whose details were not specified in the provided text. While declining to comment extensively on the court order granting him bail, he asserted that “truth had won.” He further stated that the Congress party’s tactics, which he described as using power to suppress dissent, had only strengthened the BJP’s resolve.

State BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra echoed these sentiments, condemning the police’s alleged inhumane treatment of Mr. Ravi, including the failure to provide medical attention for his injuries. Mr. Vijayendra called for a CBI investigation into the matter, a demand also made by the Leader of the Opposition, R. Ashok. He characterized the High Court’s interim bail order as a rebuke to the state government and warned of further action against what he termed the Congress government’s “goondaism.” The BJP plans to meet and decide on future steps to address the alleged human rights violations. A video grab showing Mr. Ravi receiving medical treatment after his arrest accompanied the report.

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