Marathi speaking people in Belagavi should remember they belong to Karnataka: DKShi
Bengaluru: Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, DK Shivakumar, highlighted the collective responsibility of all citizens in contributing to the unity of the state. Speaking to reporters near the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) office, Shivakumar stressed the importance of recognizing Karnataka as the homeland and Kannada as the language for everyone in the state.
In response to growing incidents of violence by the MES (Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti) in Belagavi and their appeals to the Maharashtra government to establish an office in the city, Shivakumar stated that the Karnataka government has provided numerous benefits to the local population. He mentioned a planned Rs 900 crore project in the budget aimed at ensuring water supply for agricultural lands in Belagavi villages.
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Addressing queries about Congress party candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Deputy CM revealed that he had discussed the matter with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The final list of election candidates will be presented to the party High Command after further discussions with the general secretary of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) and Screening Committee members.
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Davangere South bypoll: Congress ahead by narrow lead after 14th round
Davangere: The Congress candidate is leading in the Davangere South Assembly by-election after the completion of the 14th round of counting.
According to the latest figures, the Congress has secured 46,460 votes, while the BJP stands at 39,037 votes, trailing by 7,423 votes.
The SDPI candidate has polled 15,303 votes so far.
Counting is still underway, and final results are awaited.
