BJP to field SM Krishna against JDS supremo Deve Gowda from Bengaluru North?
Bengaluru: At a time when Bengaluru North Lok Sabha constituency hit the headlines recently over two BJP leaders placing their rights to contest from the constituency in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections, another big name has now surfaced, expected to contest from Bengaluru North – former chief minister SM Krishna- is doing rounds in the political circle. Sources said that the BJP is planning to field SM Krishna from Bengaluru North to hound its political rivals.
Very recently, SM Krishna who was sidelined in the BJP so far, has resurfaced and has been pro-active with political activities like appearing in events and voicing his opinions on political issues. As JDS supremo and former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda is also planning to contest from the same constituency, the BJP has reportedly decided to field Krishna to take on Deve Gowda. Currently, Union Minister DV Sadananda Gowda is representing the constituency in Lok Sabha..
Both Krishna and Deve Gowda holds the reputation of being top notch leaders from the Vokkaliga community and have never contested against each other in their long political career. If Deve Gowda contested from Bengaluru North, it will also influence Bengaluru South constituency where Vokkaligas are dominated and this will provide JDS to expand its base in Bengaluru. The BJP might have decided to field SM Krishna to tackle Deve Gowda which may decode Gowda’s plan against contesting from Bengaluru North.
As each constituency is important this time, the BJP has said that criteria for selecting the candidates are very important and for this, they are ready to deny ticket to the sitting members.
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Indian Defence forces committed to adapting to changing environment: CDS General Chauhan
Hyderabad (PTI): Asserting that war and warfare is at the cusp of a major revolution, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the Indian Defence forces are committed to adapting to changing environment and imbibing reforms to remain ready and relevant.
Addressing the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of 216 Course held at the Air Force Academy at Dundigal near here, General Chauhan said India's strength rests on robust institutions, democratic stability, and unwavering professionalism of our Armed Forces.
He said the intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindoor continues.
"You (new officers) also join the Air Force at a moment when a new normal has firmly taken shape. An era defined by a high degree of operational preparedness, 24-7, 365 days. The intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindhur continues," he said.
He further said the newly trained officers are entering the Indian Air Force during a phase of deep transformation of the Indian Armed Forces.
Integrated structures, joint operations, and national pursuit of Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence are shaping the future of India's military strength, he said.
"Your journey ahead will be accordingly guided by Jai, the first word of Jai Hind, that's victory. 'J' stands for jointness, fighting as one nation, one force. 'A' stands for Atmanirbhar Bharat, trusted platforms and systems made not just for India but for the world. And finally, 'I' for innovation, daring to think ahead and to be ahead of the curve," he explained.
General Chauhan further said battles in the older domains will always remain contested, often brutal. But in the new domains, they will be smart, swift, and shaped by intellect, innovation, and initiative. The force that masters new frontiers is more likely to prevail in future conflicts.
