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Actor Shiva Rajkumar Apologises To Siddharth After Disrupted Press Conference
Shivaraj Kumar apologises To Siddharth: Popular Kannada actor Shivaraj Kumar, a prominent figure in the Kannada film industry, took a stand in solidarity with farmers from both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Addressing the disruption of fellow actor Siddharth's press conference by an organization, Shivaraj Kumar questioned whether a mere five-minute conversation during a celebrity sit-in, or dharana, could effectively address the complex and ongoing issues faced by farmers.
In a gesture of unity and reconciliation, Shivaraj Kumar extended an apology to Siddharth on behalf of the Kannada Film Chamber, emphasizing that at the heart of the matter, "farmers are farmers," regardless of their regional distinctions.
Shivaraj Kumar's statement not only acknowledges the pressing agricultural concerns in the region but also highlights the importance of constructive dialogue and meaningful action in addressing these challenges, transcending boundaries and bringing communities together for a shared cause.
Apologies Amid Chaos
Earlier, actor Prakash Raj also extended an apology to actor Siddharth, conveying regrets on behalf of the people of Karnataka following the interruption of the latter's press conference in Bengaluru by a pro-Kannada organisation.
Yesterday, Siddharth arrived in Bengaluru to promote his film 'Chithha,' also known as 'Chikku' in Kannada. As he was on the verge of commencing his speech during the press conference, individuals from a pro-Kannada organisation forcefully entered and called for an immediate halt to the event. Despite these disruptions, Siddharth decided to proceed, addressing the media and officially initiating the press conference.
Nevertheless, the scenario intensified when the activists insisted that the press conference be stopped immediately. They pointed out the timing of the event and criticized it for not actively advocating for the Cauvery water dispute, expressing their belief that addressing this issue should have taken precedence over conducting a press conference.
Confronted with their continuous disruption, Siddharth expressed his gratitude to the audience with folded hands and gracefully exited the event.
In Karnataka, protests have erupted due to the distribution of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. These protests come in response to the Supreme Court's recent decision not to intervene in the enforcement of water-sharing agreements between the states, as well as the rulings of the Cauvery Water Management Authority and Cauvery Water Regulation Committee.
The Cauvery water dispute is a persistent issue that has frequently generated tensions between the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
