Bengaluru, Jan. 13 -- Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday said that the hate speech bill introduced by the state government has been brought with a long-term vision, and that unnecessary statements are being made to create confusion among the general public, with different consequences arising from that.

Speaking to reporters, Parameshwara said the government has informed the governor about the bill and that if he seeks any further clarification, it will be provided.

"We have already informed the Governor. We have explained everything in all respects. If he seeks any further clarification, we will provide it. This is a bill with a long-term vision. Unnecessary statements are being made to create confusion among the general...