Detention of nuns: Catholics hold protest rally in Mysuru | Mysuru News

Mysuru: Members of the Catholic community from Mandya, Chamarajanagar, and Mysuru districts held a peaceful protest rally accusing the Chhattisgarh govt of illegally detaining two Christian sisters in Durg, Chhattisgarh. The rally was inaugurated by Rev. Msgr. Thomas Thennatil, Vicar General of Mandya Diocese, at the premises of Infant Jesus Cathedral in Hinkal. The march proceeded up to the Hinkal Junction on the Ring Road. Addressing the gathering, Rev. Msgr. Thennatil stated that while the sisters were granted bail, they must be fully acquitted of all charges. He also urged the govt to uphold the constitutional rights of minority communities and ensure their protection. Fr. Sojan Aikarakunnel and Fr. Augustin Paiampally spoke at the event, expressing solidarity with the detained sisters and calling for justice. Fr. Amal John Edathil inaugurated the mass signature campaign, which will be sent to the Chhattisgarh govt, said KL Joseph Kongattukunnel, Tomy Joseph Parekkattil, and Joseph Thomas Mamparambil-trustees of the Cathedral.