Never asked for arrest of actor Darshan, clarifies Women’s Commission Chief

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Mar 10, 2016 : Karnataka Women’s Commission Chairperson Manjula Manasa has clarified that she has never  asked for the arrest of sandalwood star Darshan in connection with the   development wherein his wife Vijayalakshmi had approached the police seeking  to warn Darshan  who reportedly  abused her.

Speaking to reporters here on March 10, Thursday, she said  the Commission had taken  up thecae suo moto and has exercised its power to lodge  a complaint. She also stated that the Commission  has summoned the couple and added it has the power to counsel the couple.

She also pointed out that there has been a rise in cases of  sexual harassment, domestic violence and trafficking of women.  So far the Commission has received 2,818 cases, she informed.