Deve Gowda’s Warning To Grandson Prajwal Revanna.

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Former Prime Minister and JD(S) chief HD Deve Gowda has issued a stern warning to his grandson, Prajwal Revanna, who is facing multiple accusations of sexual assault. Prajwal, who is the NDA’s candidate from Karnataka’s Hassan Lok Sabha seat, has triggered a national uproar with allegations including rape, sexual assault, disrobing women, and forcibly video-graphing sexual acts to intimidate the victims.

In a public letter, Mr. Deve Gowda expressed his shock and pain over the actions of his grandson, stating that it has inflicted immense harm on his family, colleagues, friends, and party workers. He emphasized that if Prajwal is found guilty, he should face the harshest punishment under the law. This stance is also supported by Mr. Deve Gowda’s son and former Karnataka Chief Minister, HD Kumaraswamy.

Prajwal reportedly fled to Germany on April 27, just a day after polling concluded in Hassan. His sudden departure, preceding the public allegations, has raised suspicions. Interpol has issued a Blue Corner Notice at the request of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and an active arrest warrant has been issued by a Special Court.

Mr. Deve Gowda’s letter concludes with a stern ultimatum to Prajwal, demanding his immediate return to India and submission to the legal process. Gowda warns that failing to comply with this command will result in Prajwal facing the anger of his family and complete isolation. He emphasizes that neither he nor any family member will interfere in the legal proceedings.

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The scandal has sparked strong reactions from various quarters. More than 100 intellectuals in Karnataka have petitioned Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for Prajwal’s immediate arrest and the implementation of protective measures for the witnesses. They also call for investigations into those who may have aided Prajwal’s escape.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written multiple letters to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging swift action to cancel Prajwal’s diplomatic passport, which allegedly facilitated his flight from the country. However, there has been no significant response from the central government so far.