Thursday, February 19, 2015

Pillai can fly only if she doesn't 'embarrass India': Govt's shocking stand on Greenpeace activist...

The Union government on Wednesday told the Delhi High Court that they will withdraw the Look Out Circular issued against Greenpeace India activist Priya Pillai only if she gives an undertaking that she won't depose before the UK parliamentary committee on violations in the country.

"The government of India asked us to give an undertaking in written that we will not talk about violations -- environmental, human right or tribal. And if we give them this in writing they will allow me to travel and leave the country," Pillai was quoted by ANI as saying.

The activist further added, "We have ample evidence, it's not like we are talking baselessly and ridiculously, why should we stop talking about violations? I refuse to be gagged. This is totally unacceptable. As a citizen of this country, I have the right to express my opinion peacefully," she told the news agency.

On 6 February, the court had expressed concern over Pillai not being allowed to visit London and said the government has to draw a line between "nationalism and jingoism".

37-year-old Pillai in her petition has challenged her 'offloading' and the 'Look Out Circular' issued on her, which had resulted in the stamping of 'offload' on her passport by immigration officials.

The court hearing continues on Thursday. Source...

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