Woman slapped case: Somanna apologizes

Housing Minister V. Somanna has apologized for slapping a woman.

I have seen many ups and downs in 45 years. No small disservice was done in yesterday's program. I apologize and express my regret for possibly hurting someone's heart. He said that yesterday's incident was not an incident.

Yesterday's incident was not an incident at all. That daughter was repeatedly coming on stage, I asked how many times the mother came. I moved my hand aside saying that I will solve your problem. Minister Somanna said that I had no intention to hit her.

There is great respect and reverence for girls. I also come from poverty. I have also given the title deed to that daughter. The minister said that he would express his regret if anyone was hurt.

Responding to the allegation that the woman was pressured to give a statement, Somanna said, "I don't need that." I didn't live like that. This Somanna has never done a trivial job. Somanna said he is still Somanna.

I have lived a civilized life. For me, daughters are equal to mothers. Even God did not know that so many people were against my work style. Except for my wife, all the other daughters are sisters and equal to mothers. The minister has apologized twice saying that he is sorry if anyone has been hurt by me.