H T Sangliana hits the campaign trail differently
Knowledge of the scriptures should be imparted.” This statement of Congress candidate from Bangalore Central, H T Sangliana on Tuesday, drew flak from some of the audience at a face-to-face programme held in the city.
One of the participants said that Hindu temples were not places of propaganda.
“This shows your shallow understanding of Hindu culture,” the participant alleged. Responding to this question, Sangliana clarified that religious institutions can impart social education and not be used for political propaganda. “I do not recommend political teaching in temples,” he clarified.
He was also asked questions on job losses, economic situation and security issues. Sangliana said that unity, security, development and communal harmony were his top priorities.
He stated that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was a thinker and economist and showed faith in his governance.
JD(S) candidate Zameer Ahmed and BJP candidate P C Mohan were invited to the face-to-face event organised by NGO Unnati, but they did not turn up.
