BJP Leader P C George Sent to Judicial Custody in Hate Speech Case

BJP leader P C George was remanded to judicial custody following a hate speech case. Despite arguing against custodial interrogation, the court rejected his bail. The case arose from remarks allegedly inciting religious hatred during a TV discussion, leading to his arrest and medical examination.

In the latest development from Erattupetta, BJP leader P C George has been remanded to judicial custody on charges related to a hate speech case. The district court dismissed his bail application on Monday, just hours after he was placed in police custody.

George, who surrendered at the Erattupetta Munsif Magistrate Court, was questioned by senior police officials before being transferred to jail. His lawyer asserted George's innocence, claiming that his remarks neither incited religious hatred nor warranted custodial evidence collection. However, the court remained unconvinced, emphasizing previous bail violations.

The case stems from George's comments during a TV channel discussion, triggering complaints of inciting religious discord from community leaders. Following a rejected anticipatory bail plea by the High Court, George was taken for medical evaluation as proceedings continue.