Dharma Sansad or Supreme Court?
With elections fast approaching, many parties have remembered Sri Rama out of the blue. Lakhs of people do not have a roof over their heads. Scores of workers and farmers have come to streets with demonetization. Economy is in doldrums with unemployment shooting up. Those who occupied the power corridors with the assurance of Acche Din, gave us the most horrendous days ever. This time around, Modi and his party know the ‘development mantra’ they used last time to win elections, may not work again.
Hence, BJP now thinks of Sri Rama. They are telling people that ‘acche din’ can come only when the Ram Mandir is built. Slogans are resonating on the street pressing for Ram Mandir. Ironically, BJP is in power in UP and demanding Ram Mandir. Who is this protest against? Earlier, UPA government was in power in the country and a protest would mean it was against the dispensation. But now, a protest by Hindutva elements would mean a protest against their own party! BJP which is chanting the Rama Mantra now think people of the country are fools?
Recently, a mega meeting of Dharma Sansad was held and participation of people was less than expected. Significantly, Shiv Sena which was in the forefront of the meeting. This has led to a big question now as to who would be using the ‘Hindutva’ keyword in the upcoming elections. Shiv Sena is a party that is with the BJP, and yet criticizes the latter in the most scathing terms. Uddhav Thackeray is very upset that the BJP government in coalition with Shiv Sena in Maharashtra has not given due credit to the former. There is also a fear of BJP completely consuming the Shiv Sena in the due course. Both parties have been seeking votes in the name of Hindutva. Shiva Sena is losing grounds in Maharashtra for various reasons such as the effect of Bal Thackeray waning with his demise, and Modi effect on their coalition. Hence, Sena needs to assert itself to stand on its own feet.
So in order to survive and cause enough embarrassment to BJP, Sena is speaking in high pitch on Ram Mandir construction. BJP cannot take to streets on this issue since its own party is in power in both the centre and state. Hence, Sena has spoken about this even before the elections are announced, and BJP uses it as first strike advantage. Ram is being juxtaposed against the BJP for the same reason. Even BJP understands this game Sena is playing and has already declared latter has nothing to do with building the Mandir. According to the BJP, Sena never fought for Mandir and had Thackrey been alive, he would have stayed away from Dharma Sansad. The party has already mocked its coalition partner Sena.
BJP has differences of opinion with VHP chief Praveen Togadia as well. He has held an open press conference and accused the Modi Government of plotting his murder. VHP had a prime role to play in Ram Mandir issue. After having used Parishad to usurp power, BJP has forgotten them completely say the VHP leaders. Some VHP leaders have decided to romp up the Ram Mandir issue against the BJP now. Their plan is to get BJP into a tricky situation. This does not mean all of them are against the BJP, but only that VHP and Sena are blackmailing their political partner. They know an election fought without Ram is a lost cause. And for VHP to join hands with BJP, some assurances need to be fulfilled by the BJP. Sena needs to be given its share of space in coalition. Or else, Sena is going to use the trump card of Mandir against the very BJP. If all these are met, they’ll come together to seek votes in the name or Ram for the next elections. Else, Sena and VHP will turn into major challenges for the partner BJP. But looks like RSS will ensure that the issues don’t get complicated to that extent.
Though the fight looks like this is against the government, the whole thing is pitted against the judiciary. Supporters are indicating Dharma Sansad is more important than the Supreme Court. If they win in this, constitution would lose. And what would democracy mean without the constitution? The next elections stands on a moot point of which one is significant to us, whether it is the Dharma Sansad or the Supreme Court. The country’s future rests on this.
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Inappropriate for MLAs seeking free IPL tickets, says D.K. Suresh
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd President D.K. Suresh on Monday said it is inappropriate for MLAs to seek free IPL tickets, adding that those interested in watching matches should pay for them personally.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, he said, “IPL is a commercial tournament and does not represent the country. It is not right for public representatives to focus too much on such matters.”
Referring to the recent controversy during the RCB celebrations, he said, “let us find out who benefited the most from the statements made during the incident.” He also pointed out that BJP MLAs had received IPL tickets as well.
Responding to discussions about relocating the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Suresh said the government has already approved the construction of a new stadium at a location he had proposed.
“I had suggested building a stadium in Surya City and submitted a proposal for it. Bengaluru needs four stadiums in four directions to cater to its growing population and encourage youth participation in sports,” he said.
He noted that apart from Kanteerava Stadium, KSCA, and the Football Stadium, there are limited facilities in the city.
“When I was a Lok Sabha member, I had proposed allocating 100 acres in my constituency at Surya City. The land was later earmarked and the plan approved,” he added.
Suresh said he has discussed the project with Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Chairman Shivalingegowda, and Anekal MLA Shivanna.
“The Cabinet has now approved the project, and a stadium will be developed on around 50–60 acres,” he said.
He further added that he has requested the Deputy Chief Minister to build another stadium at Shivarama Karanth Layout through the BDA, where 40 acres have been allocated. Plans are also being discussed to develop a well-equipped stadium in Bidadi.
Commending state government's recent bilingual policy move, Suresh said forcing children to learn three languages could affect their comprehension.
“It is a good decision to make two languages compulsory. Learning a third language should be left to the choice of students and parents,” he said.
Responding to criticism from BJP leaders, he said their tendency is to oppose every decision of the government.
“To please their central leadership, they take a pro-Hindi stance. Instead, they should advocate for the adoption of Kannada in all states,” he said.
When asked about the earlier three-language policy under Congress, he said, “the situation is different now. Today, the focus should be on quality learning. Kannada should remain the primary language, while students and parents can choose an additional language.”
