Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Activists Demand Apology from MP for 'Goa Agents' Remark
A group of environmental activists in Belagavi, India, are upset with a local politician, Jagadish Shettar, who said they were working for the government of Goa.
The activists, who have worked to protect the environment for many years, are asking for a public apology.
They argue that Shettar's comments are an attack on their work and an attempt to distract from issues like deforestation and environmental damage.
Climate activist Ridhima Pandey is also set to join a protest rally.
Environmental activists demand apology from MP Jagadish Shettar for calling them 'agents of the Goa government'.
The activists, including Dileep Kamat and Shivajirao Kaganikar, have a long history of environmental advocacy.
Sujit Mulgund stated that Shettar's comments are an attack on truth, dignity, and democratic voice.
The 'Save Water, Save Western Ghats' movement is organizing a rally on June 3 in Belagavi.
Ridhima Pandey, a climate activist, is scheduled to participate in the protest.
- Who
- Environmental activists, BJP MP Jagadish Shettar, Ridhima Pandey.
- What
- Environmental activists demanded an apology from MP Jagadish Shettar for calling them ‘agents of the Goa government’.
- When
- June 2, 2025 (apology demand); June 3, 2025 (rally).
- Where
- Belagavi, India.
- Why
- To protest against the remarks made by MP Jagadish Shettar and to raise awareness about environmental concerns related to the Mahadayi basin projects.
Environmental Activists' Perspective
Jagadish Shettar's Perspective
Motives
Environmental Activists' Perspective
Environmental activists are dedicated guardians of the environment.
Jagadish Shettar's Perspective
Unstated - inferred: may perceive activists as influenced by external interests.
- Location
- Belagavi, India
- Figure of Controversy
- Jagadish Shettar
- Accusation
- Accused of calling activists ‘agents of Goa government’
- Underlying Issues
- Deforestation and Ecological Destruction
- Protest Rally Date
- June 3
- Climate Activist Involvement
- Ridhima Pandey
