Several organisations in Hassan have extended their support to the Statewide bandh call on Friday opposing the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu.
More than 70 organisations have announced their support, said Ballu Gopal, federation of pro-Kannada associations, in Hassan on Thursday. Among those who announced their support are the associations of private schools, street vendor associations, political parties, and pro-Kannada organisations.
“The State government has forgotten its duties. Now, we have taken on the task of reminding the rulers of their responsibilities. We have appealed to all organisations to support us,” he said.
The bandh will be observed between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. The protesters will take out a procession on the main streets of Hassan city, he said.
Hassan district unit of Kannada Sahitya Parishat has also announced its support for the bandh. H.L. Mallesh Gowda, president of the parishat, said due to the loss of rain, the Hemavathi reservoir at Goruru did not receive sufficient inflow. “The parishat is committed to safeguarding the land, water, and culture of the State,” he said. He also appealed to the public to support the bandh in the interest of the State.
The JD(S) and the BJP have also extended support to the bandh call.
