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Following the death of a 26-year-old in Karnataka the hashtag JusticeForHarsha has gained traction
As sympathy for the murdered Bajrang Dal activist came in on February 21, the hashtag #JusticeForHarsha trended on social media sites. Kangana Ranaut and Raveena Tondon, as well as BJP officials and other important members of society, expressed their outrage at Harsha’s cold-blooded murder in Karnataka over a Facebook post related to the hijab controversy.
“This is unacceptable, for social media posts to merely speak their ideas, people are getting slain on the streets,” actress Kangana Ranaut said in a piece. She was referring to an Instagram post under the account total. woke, in which the handle discussed how reality differed from what is presented in the mainstream media.
TMC leader Mahua Moitra had uploaded an image of Swastika being stabbed with a knife on Twitter, with the phrase “Liberals create an intellectual cover,” according to the handle. “The only decent fascist is a dead one,” the TMC leader wrote in his post. “Street action team executes,” the caption said with an image of Harsha’s dead body.
With Praying Hands and Om emojis, actress Raveena Tondon used the hashtag #JusticeForHarsha.
“The terrible murder of Bajrang Dal leader Harsha in Karnataka is a part of the well-thought-out chain under which Hindus are being murdered; such crimes are pushed by the jihadi mindset,” stated Dr. Pradip Verma, State General Secretary of the BJP in Jharkhand. He also claimed that Rupesh Kumar was murdered in Jharkhand by persons with the same mentality, and requested that the perpetrators be brought to justice.
“The fatwa against him was almost six years old, and they finally got him yesterday,” writer and filmmaker Jyoti Kapur Das remarked, quoting Scientist Anand Ranganathan’s post on the subject. His ‘sin’ was blogging about the Karnataka hijab row.”
“Has Rajdeep Sardesai justified the terrible murder of Bajrang Dal activist Harsha in Karnataka like he justified the savage murder of Prashanth Poojary in Moodbidri a few years ago?” asked author Shefali Vaidya.
“We’ll just play trend-trend on social media,” Hindu activist Ramesh Solanki remarked. We should be ashamed of ourselves.”
“The Bajrang Dal youth Harsha (26) killed yesternight in #Shivamogga of Karnataka was attacked by Jihadists earlier as well,” VHP national spokesperson Vinod Bansal stated. The criminals must be hanged as quickly as possible. This Wednesday, the Bajrang Dal will hold a state-wide protest.”
“Rana Ayyub tells BBC — Students protesting in saffron scarves are ‘Hindu terrorists,” Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, BJP State General Secretary for Andhra Pradesh, remarked. Sadhika Tiwari of Quint compared females wearing saffron scarves to Nazis. And who paid the price – an innocent student named Harsha, who was brutally murdered because he was wearing his uniform.”
“Every day they are killing Kishan, Rupesh, Hira Gujrati, Harsha someplace,” BJP leader Kapil Mishra claimed. On the other side, they are circulating rumors that Muslims in India are being attacked. This is a new type of Jihad in which the media and political leaders are involved.”
Harsha, a Bajrang Dal activist, got brutally murdered at the Kamat petrol bunk in the Shivamogaa region of Karnataka on the night of February 20. He was a tailor by trade and a Seegehatti native. Harsha was a member of the Hindu Bajrang Dal and was observed wearing saffron scarves to protest uniformity in school and college clothing codes.
Navi Mumbai Civic Body Bridges the Healthcare Gap with Free Screenings and Follow-up Care Across Local Centers.
The Drive
In a major boost to public health, 1,292 citizens were screened during a free cancer detection drive conducted across various health centers by the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC).
The initiative focused on early detection for common cancers including oral, breast, and cervical cancers giving local residents access to crucial preventive care close to home. Medical teams set up diagnostic stations at Urban Primary Health Centers (UPHCs) to ensure seamless access, particularly for working-class and middle-income families.
Beyond basic checkups, civic health teams provided guidance on early warning signs, lifestyle risks, and the importance of routine health monitoring. Citizens identified with potential symptoms received direct referrals to municipal hospitals for further testing and subsidized follow-up treatment.
Community health drives play an essential role in saving lives by catching illnesses before they progress. By making preventive care accessible to all, NMMC continues to strengthen healthcare infrastructure across the city.
Community comes together in Kukshet Village to honor Maharashtrian heritage with folk games, music, and local camaraderie.
Celebrating Tradition
Highlighting the rich cultural fabric of the region, women across Nerul gathered at the Shri Vitthal Rukmini Temple in Kukshet Village to celebrate Nag Panchami. Organized under the guidance of former Mayor Sujata Patil and local representative Suraj Patil, the annual festival brought Ward No. 23 alive with traditional music, energetic games, and community spirit.
The temple courtyard transformed into a vibrant hub of Maharashtrian heritage as over 100 local women participated in age-old folk traditions that are increasingly rare in modern urban life. Attendees filled the air with traditional Nag Panchami and Mangalagaur songs while joining hands for lively rounds of Zimma and Phugdi. The day featured classic games including Kombda, Katwatkhana, blowing into copper pots (Kalshi Phunkne), and dancing with decorated earthen pots.
Beyond the cultural performances, the gathering highlighted strong neighborhood ties. Local residents expressed deep appreciation for the safe, supportive environment fostered in the area, noting that community initiatives like these strengthen mutual trust and preserve local culture for younger generations. With smiling faces, traditional rhythms, and shared prayers for prosperity, this year’s Nag Panchami reaffirmed the power of community traditions in keeping local heritage vibrant and strong.
Meta Multispeciality Hospital in Ghansoli opens with free care for newborn baby girls and elderly citizens.
The Hospital
Access to quality healthcare just got a major boost for local families. Meta Multispeciality Hospital officially opened its doors in Ghansoli Sector 4, promising state-of-the-art medical technology alongside a deeply human approach to community care.
The facility was inaugurated by Forest Minister and Palghar Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik, who toured the premises to inspect its emergency wards, OPD facilities, and advanced diagnostic machinery. Speaking to attendees, Naik praised the hospital’s leadership for prioritizing affordable, high-quality treatment for middle-class households.
What sets the hospital apart, however, is its landmark social welfare initiative announced during the opening by community leader Sagar Chougule and hospital administrator Dr. Swarna Shelke:
- Free Maternity Care for Girl Child Deliveries: To celebrate and encourage the birth of female children, the hospital will waive all delivery charges for mothers giving birth to baby girls.
- Free OPD Services for Seniors: Outpatient consultations will be entirely free for senior citizens aged 65 and above.
“Healthcare shouldn’t feel like an unbearable financial burden,” said Dr. Shelke. “Our primary goal is to bring modern medical infrastructure within reach of every everyday citizen.”
With monsoon-related illnesses on the rise, the team also plans to host free community health camps to catch seasonal infections early. By blending modern medicine with genuine community compassion, the new hospital aims to build a healthier, safer Navi Mumbai.
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