Political debate has intensified over whether the Telangana government will introduce the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill and the CURE Bill during the monsoon session, with both proposals facing objections from political parties, experts and various sections of society
BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the proposed Hate Speech Bill, saying the Congress should first restrain its own leaders. He also alleged increasing censorship of social media, defended freedom of expression and questioned claims made on several political issues
The Karnataka Cabinet is set to consider a stringent new hate speech and hate crimes bill, with Home Minister G. Parameshwara insisting it is not aimed at the BJP. The proposed legislation, expected to face opposition pushback, may be introduced in the winter session
