India, Oct. 27 -- The Karnataka government is exploring the possibility of de-notifying the new protest locations in Bengaluru, beyond the designated Freedom Park, Home Minister Priyank Kharge said. The move comes amid criticism of the lack of protest spaces in the city.

As per an interview with Deccan Herald, his first since taking charge as Home Minister, Kharge dismissed claims that the state government tramples on citizens' fundamental rights and civil liberties.

He questioned why people from areas such as Whitefield or Devanahalli should have to travel all the way to Freedom Park to protest. Kharge added that all political parties were part of the affidavit seeking the change.

The Home Minister said the government will evaluate th...