Bengaluru, July 17, 2025:
A press conference was convened today at the Press Club of Bengaluru by the ‘Vishwa Nayaka Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Sene (R)’, where the organization’s State President Dr. Shivaraj K.N., along with members Dhananjay, Anju and others, made serious allegations against individuals operating under the guise of journalists.
Dr. Shivaraj alleged that three individuals – Atmananda alias Krishnegowda, Amruth Jayaram, and Naveen – are misusing the name of a fake news agency, AK News, to extort money from police officials, government employees, and private individuals. They are reportedly engaged in honey traps, death threats, false police complaints, and various forms of blackmail.
Serious Misuse of Media Identity
According to the organization, the accused are falsely portraying themselves as journalists to gain access and legitimacy. Under the banner of AK News, they have reportedly been intimidating several people by filing fake complaints in police stations, often using fabricated documents. They have also been exploiting sensitive issues like cow protection, social justice, and religious sentiment to mislead and pressure the public.
Criminal Records and Multiple FIRs
It was revealed that multiple FIRs have already been registered against the accused. Atmananda is reportedly involved in over ten criminal cases, Amruth Jayaram faces four cases, and Naveen has also been booked in several incidents. The nature of these cases ranges from attempted murder, bribery, extortion in the name of cow protection, and even false allegations of sexual assault – all allegedly carried out to extort money from the victims.
Call for Swift Government Action
The leaders of the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Sene urged the state government and police authorities to take immediate and stringent legal action against these individuals. They warned that the unchecked activities of such fake journalists are not only putting public safety at risk but also severely damaging the credibility of responsible media.
The organization emphasized that such fraudulent misuse of journalistic identity must be curbed without delay to safeguard citizens and uphold the integrity of the press.
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