Swamijis demand ban on illegal conversion

Bangalore, Oct 4 (UNI) Swamijis of various Maths, led by Vishvesha Thirtha Swamiji of Pejavar Math, today took out a 'Padayatra' to Raj Bhavan, demanding a ban on forceful conversions and curbing of terrorist activities in Karnataka.

Swamijis of about 30 Maths, who marched from Basava Bhavan to Raj Bhavan, submitted a memorandum to the Governor Rameshwar Thakur, demanding that action be taken immediately to book those who indulge in disturbing peace and harmony in the society.

Speaking to the newspersons here, Pejavar Swamiji said people should cooperate in bringing peace and harmony instead of resorting to violence.

Mathadipathis and religious heads should work towards bringing peace and communal harmony in the state, he added.

Stating that Math heads were not responsible for untouchability in villages, he said,'' we will honestly strive to remove untouchability''.

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