State Rayanna brigade president K. Virupakshappa and former BJP MP Shivaram Gowda join Congress
Tremors in Koppal, Rayachur BJP.
Koppal,April.25: Former BJP MP Shivaram gowda , a strong aspirant for assembly seat has resigned from BJP and joined Congress. He accused that the party has ignored him and failed to give him a position befitting his stature.
He had participapted in the road show of Paranna Munavalli , BJP candidate for Gangavathi and had accompanied him during filing of nomination. In a sudden twist, he resigned from BJP and joined congress. He said he was strong aspirant for assembly ticket. He alleged that there is a suffocating atmosphere in BJP , the party has not recognized the selfless service of committed workers like him. He had even informed Yediyurappa and Amit Shah. But they chose to ignore him. Hence He met Siddharamiah and decided to join Congress.
He said he along with K. Virupakshappa, the state chief of Rayanna Brigade are joining Congress under the leadership of Dr. G. Parmeshwar and Dinesh Gundu Rao, KPCC president and working president respectively. He said that in the coming days he will strive to inform people about the pro people welfare measures of CM Siddharamayya and Congress. He also declared that he will work for the electoral victory of Congress candidates and observed that there no friends or foes in politics.. He also predicted that several stalwarts from BJP from Raichur and Koppal are likely to join Congress shortly.
On the occasion, along with CM , former MP, Virupakshappa K., legislators Shivaraj Tangadagi, Hampanagowda Badarli, N.S. Boseraj,, Raichur DCC President Vasanth Kumar , Nekkanto Suri Babu and former Zp president Doddabasavaraja were present.
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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.”
