Mysuru: Mysuru-Kodagu Member of Parliament Pratap Simha has castigated Sandalwood music composer-lyricist Hamsalekha for his statement on Pejavara Matha seer late Vishwesha Theertha Swamiji.
Speaking to mediapersons here on Monday November 15 Simha said “Hamsalekha has made a good name in the field of music but his comments on Swamiji are
not in good taste. The seer treated all communities on par and fought against untouchability. He even visited many Dalit localities to spread a strong message on social equality, and fought for it.”
He said, “Hamsalekha questioned if the seer
would have eaten meat had he been offered? Food habits are purely personal and it has nothing to do with any religion or caste.”
Simha said, “Yes, Hamsalkeha has apologised for what he has said. Like
he has many fans, even Pejavara seer has earned thousands of supporters all
over the country for his good work. We should always think twice before making a statement against someone.”
