Religious Tensions Rise as Leaders Face FIRs in Goa

Congress leader Girish Chodankar and tribal leader Govind Shirodkar face FIRs in Goa for allegedly hurting religious sentiments. The cases were filed after a protest by Hindu Ekta Samiti against 'Ma Durga' aarti distortion and claims about Goan DNA linked to St Francis Xavier, amidst Gautam Khattar's recent arrest.

Two FIRs have been filed against prominent leaders in Goa, raising concerns over religious sentiments. Congress leader Girish Chodankar and tribal leader Govind Shirodkar were accused of making statements that outraged religious communities.

The first FIR targeted Chodankar for allegedly distorting 'Ma Durga' aarti, a claim that sparked protests by the Hindu Ekta Samiti outside the state's police headquarters. Meanwhile, Shirodkar's remarks regarding the DNA of Goans being linked to St Francis Xavier also led to legal actions.

This unrest follows the recent arrest and subsequent bail of right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar, who faced criticism for his comments about the patron saint of Goa. The police are continuing their investigation, with further actions to be determined according to the law.