Policing can't stop revenge killings in coastal K'taka

RETALIATORY killings in Coastal Karnataka have become a cause for concern for the government and law enforcing agencies. The murder of Hindutva activist Suhas Shetty a few days ago is the fourth such incident in the region in the past few years.

- BANSY KALAPPA @ Bengaluru

Acknowledging the limitations of conventional policing in preventing such incidents, Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara said, "This isn't just about law and order anymore. It is about healing a fractured society."

The government has plans to establish a coastal task force and involve influential community and religious leaders, in its efforts to restore peace in the region. "We will go beyond policing," he said, emphasising the need for sustained dialogues and reconciliatory efforts. "We will not involve rabble-rousers, but use respected voices, who can help ease tensions," he added.