BJP MP Anantkumar Hegde sparks controversy with derogatory remarks on media criticism
Karwar: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP) Anantkumar Hegde has ignited fresh controversy with purported derogatory comments aimed at the media. This follows criticism of his earlier statement suggesting the party's intention to alter the Constitution if it secures 400 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
Speaking at a BJP workers' convention in Hillur, Ankola taluk, Hegde allegedly compared himself to a majestic elephant walking down a road and referred to the media as insignificant dogs barking at it. He reportedly dismissed such criticism as normal and claimed it added to the majestic stature of a true leader.
During his speech, Hegde is quoted as saying, "A true leader stands unshaken in spite of controversies. The arguments we come across in newspapers and social media should not, therefore, bother us." He advised party activists not to be swayed by media discussions and stressed on the need for the BJP to focus on winning elections.
Hegde's remarks have sparked outrage, with critics condemning the derogatory language used against journalists. The MP has been known for making controversial statements in the past, contributing to his divisive reputation.
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Two people killed as poultry vehicle rams into parked truck in Belagavi
Belagavi (Karnataka) (PTI): Two people were killed, and another was severely injured after a goods vehicle transporting poultry birds allegedly rammed into a stationary truck on a national highway in Belagavi in the early hours of Tuesday, police said.
The deceased have been identified as Wasim (28) and Mubarak (22), both natives of Shivamogga district, they said.
The driver of the vehicle, Basavaraj Eerappa Hanchinamani (37), suffered critical injuries and has been admitted to a hospital, police said.
According to police, the accident occurred when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, allegedly due to drowsiness, and crashed into a truck parked along the highway.
The goods vehicle was en route from Kolhapur to Sorab in Shivamogga district, carrying poultry. Several chickens were also killed in the impact, a senior police officer said.
Police personnel from the Hirebagewadi Police Station visited the spot and conducted an inspection.
Injured people and the bodies of the deceased were shifted to a hospital, police added.
