Madikeri: A 29-year-old youth from Virajpet was arrested yesterday for making derogatory comments on the Kodava community, women and their Goddess Cauvery through social media. The comments led to many protests in Kodagu, Mysuru and Bengaluru and also several FIRs were registered.
The youth was identified as K.P. Divin Devaiah of Palangala village in Virajpet taluk. He allegedly posted certain remarks against the community members and Goddess Cauvery on social media early this month, infuriating the people. It led to widespread protests and condemnation and complaints were filed for hurting religious feelings and sentiments.
