In the wake of Hindutva outfits holding protests saying that gymnasiums in Hubballi-Dharwad have become Love Jihad centres after two cases of harassment of two girls came to light, Police Commissioner N. Shashikumar on Monday chaired a meeting of owners of gymnasiums and gym trainers.
During protests, Hindutva outfits have raised several issues pertaining to gym trainers and security measures in gymnasiums.
On Monday, during the meeting with gym owners, the Police Commissioner issued strict warning to the owners and trainers about the requisite guidelines to be followed, including installation of CCTV cameras with voice recording and not hiring any trainer with criminal background.
The Police Commissioenr also heard grievances of the gym owners and trainers and assured them of looking into the issues.
Deputy Commissioners of Police Raveesh C.R. and Shruthi N.S., Municipal Commissioner Rudresh Ghali and other police officials were present.
In a related development, office-bearers of the Dharwad District Body Builders Association held a press conference demanding strict action against the guilty.
They also appealed against projecting gyms in poor light because of the bad acts of a few people.
Four cases
In all four cases that have been registered by the police in connection with the two cases of Love Jihad, they have arrested two men Sameer Mulla and Mufiz Miyanavar.
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