The Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti (MES) observed Martyrs' Day on June 1 at the martyrs' memorial in Hindalga village, Belagavi taluk. The memorial, built by the MES, honors individuals who, according to the organization, sacrificed their lives for the cause of the boundary dispute between Maharashtra and Karnataka.
Event Details
The programme saw participation from MES leaders and supporters who paid tribute to the martyrs. Speeches highlighted the ongoing struggle for the integration of disputed areas into Maharashtra. The Samiti reiterated its demand for a resolution of the boundary issue, which has been a long-standing point of contention between the two states.
Announcement of Protest
During the event, MES leaders announced a protest scheduled for June 22. The protest aims to draw attention to the border dispute and pressure the government to take action. Details of the protest route and demands are expected to be released closer to the date.
The boundary dispute, which dates back to the reorganization of states in 1956, involves claims over several villages in Belagavi and other areas. The MES has been actively campaigning for the merger of these regions with Maharashtra, leading to periodic tensions and protests.
