Resolution introduced in US House urging India for independent probe into Father Stan's death
Tuesday, 9 July 2024
US lawmakers urged India to investigate Father Stan's death, criticizing anti-terror law misuse. A resolution praised the Supreme Court's sedition law suspension and endorsed Article 19 rights. Father Stan, a Jesuit from Viragalur, advocated for Adivasi rights and the Pathalgadi movement under the PESA Act to ensure self-governance.
US lawmakers urged India to investigate Father Stan's death, criticizing anti-terror law misuse. A resolution praised the Supreme Court's sedition law suspension and endorsed Article 19 rights. Father Stan, a Jesuit from Viragalur, advocated for Adivasi rights and the Pathalgadi movement under the PESA Act to ensure self-governance.
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