India, April 8 -- Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday issued a public apology following massive outrage over his comments on a recent sexual assault incident in Bengaluru's BTM Layout.

"I want to clarify that the statement I made yesterday wasn't understood properly. I am someone who has always had a lot of concern for the safety of women. I have ensured Nirbhaya funds are utilised well for their protection. I don't want my statement to be twisted. If any women have been hurt by this, I express my regret and apologise," the minister said according to NDTV.

Parameshwara's apology comes a day after he drew criticism for remarks perceived as dismissive in the wake of a disturbing incident of sexual assault caught on CCTV.

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