Arun Kumar Puttila's supporters can contest GP elections, BJP will field its candidate: Nalin Kumar
Puttur: BJP State President Nalin Kumar Kateel on Friday addressed the issue of Arun Kumar Puttila's supporters contesting in Gram Panchayat elections during a press conference held in Puttur on Friday. Kateel acknowledged that national leaders have already discussed the matter of Puttila and stated that the BJP would participate in the upcoming Gram Panchayat by-elections.
He emphasized that in a democratic system, anyone has the right to contest elections, including the Arun Puttila and his supporters.
When asked about the election of the leader of the opposition party in the assembly, Kateel responded by stating that the central leaders would make a decision at the appropriate time. He expressed confidence in the competence of the 62 BJP MLAs who are actively questioning the state government on various issues.
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PM Modi attends Christmas service at Delhi church, greets citizens
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday attended a Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption here along with a large congregation of Christians of Delhi and north India.
The service included prayers, carols, hymns and a special prayer for the prime minister by Rt. Rev. Dr. Paul Swarup, the Bishop of Delhi.
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"Attended the Christmas morning service at The Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi. The service reflected the timeless message of love, peace and compassion. May the spirit of Christmas inspire harmony and goodwill in our society," Modi said in a post on X.
Earlier, the prime minister greeted citizens on Christmas.
"Wishing everyone a joyous Christmas filled with peace, compassion and hope. May the teachings of Jesus Christ strengthen harmony in our society," he said in another post on X.
Over the last few years, PM Modi has been regularly attending programmes connected with the Christian community.
During Easter in 2023, he attended a programme at the Sacred Heart Cathedral, Delhi.
On Christmas in 2023, he hosted a programme at his residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi.
In 2024, he attended a dinner at the residence of Minister George Kurian and also a programme hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India.
This shows a regular engagement with the community, sources said.
Meanwhile, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan also greeted people on Christmas.
"Wishing everyone a joyous Christmas, overflowing with hope, love, and kindness. May Christ's message inspire us to build stronger, more caring communities, and may his teachings strengthen our bonds and promote lasting peace," he wrote on X.
