Karnataka: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy accuses Congress of using SIR row to divert attention from governance failures
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy Launches Scathing Attack on Congress Government
Union Minister and JD(S) State President HD Kumaraswamy has launched a scathing attack on the Congress government, alleging that it is misleading people over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to cover up its own failures. Speaking to reporters at the party’s state office, Kumaraswamy stated that the Congress is spreading propaganda about the SIR in the state, which is a ploy to divert public attention and hide its failures.
Congress Government Accused of Misleading People
Kumaraswamy claimed that the Congress government has no intention of working for the people and is using the SIR issue to distract the public. He said, “They spoke only about MGNREGA for days. Now they have taken up SIR. People gave them a chance to work, but they have no intention of working for the people.” He also accused the government of taking credit for rice supplied by the Centre, stating that the Centre has asked to lift two months’ rice in advance, but the state government is advertising that they are the ones feeding the poor.
Open Debate on Bidadi Township Project
Responding to questions on an open debate over the Bidadi Township project, Kumaraswamy said that he is ready for a debate, but the Congress leaders are busy ensuring daily collections and fixing meters. He stated, “What do they do every night? They live by fixing daily collection targets. So they are busy every second. I have no objection to a public debate.” Kumaraswamy also accused the state government of not visiting farmers who have been affected by crop damage, saying that while farmers are weeping, Congress leaders are fighting for chairs.
Criticism of Government’s Response to Crop Damage
Kumaraswamy criticized the government’s response to crop damage, stating that banana and coconut crops have been destroyed by rain and storms in many parts of the state, but the government has not visited the affected areas. He said, “Has anyone from the government visited? While farmers are weeping, Congress leaders are fighting for chairs. Politics is bigger than people for them.”
Preparations for Upcoming Greater Bengaluru Authority Elections
Kumaraswamy, as JD(S) state president, chaired a meeting of party leaders to prepare for the upcoming Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) elections. He directed leaders to strengthen the party at booth and ward levels, stating that the Supreme Court has set a deadline for the state government to hold elections. He instructed leaders to work hard for the elections, strengthen the organization, and make people aware of the government’s failures.
Former News Anchor Jhanavi Joins JD(S)
Former news anchor, actress, and Bigg Boss reality show contestant Jhanavi joined the JD(S) on Sunday in Bengaluru, reposing faith in the leadership of former PM HD Deve Gowda and Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy. State Women’s Wing President Rashmi Ramegowda inducted her into the party by handing over the party flag in the presence of Kumaraswamy and senior leaders.
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