Activist's Threat Sparks Legal Action Against Goa CM

Social activist Rama Kankonkar faces criminal charges for allegedly making threatening statements against Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant. The Panaji police have booked him following remarks made at a press conference where he allegedly threatened to 'bury the CM alive', which could incite public disorder.

In a significant legal development, a case has been registered against social activist Rama Kankonkar for allegedly making threatening remarks aimed at Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, as confirmed by an official on Friday.

The incident reportedly occurred during a press conference at Azad Maidan, Panaji, where Kankonkar allegedly used 'hateful' and 'derogatory' language, with threats to 'bury the CM alive'. This has raised concerns about potential public unrest and incitement against the Chief Minister.

The Panaji police have charged Kankonkar with criminal intimidation and public mischief. He has been summoned for questioning, highlighting the authorities' swift response to the potential threat posed to the public order.

(With inputs from agencies.)