Cong-JD(S) have struck a deal in Hyderabad: CM Bommai
Bengaluru, Mar 29: Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Wednesday said the Congress and the JD(S) had struck a deal for the Assembly elections to be held in the State. The agreement was done in Hyderabad, he said, a charge rejected outright by JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy.
The Chief Miniser's comments came in the background of the Election Commission today announcing that the polls to the 224-member Karnataka Assembly would be held on May 10.
Speaking to reporters, Bommai claimed that the Congress was pleading to the BJP MLAs to come and join the party.
Responding to a query on the Congress's charge that there was an understanding between the BJP and the JD(S), the Chief Minister said, "There is nothing of that sort. In fact, there was a meeting in Hyderabad between the Congress leaders and the JD(S), according to my information. A deal has been stuck there between them."
Bommai said the process of releasing BJP candidates' list for the Assembly polls will start after a week.
Kumaraswamy took objection to Bommai's statement. "I demand that the Chief Minister disclose the name of the leaders who met in Hyderabad and the place where the meeting took place," he said.
The JD(S) leader said he found the CM's allegations too trivial to react to. He added that both the Congress and the BJP called the JD(S) a B team of each other. The two national parties had nothing else to speak about the JD(S), he added.
"We decided to contest all 224 Assembly segments. We did not align with anybody. We are confident that we will form the government on our own. There is no question of joining hands with any party," Kumaraswamy said.
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Campus Connect & Talent Hunt 2026 Held at Bearys Knowledge Campus
Mangaluru: Students, parents and educators gathered in large numbers at the Bearys Knowledge Campus (BKC), here at Innoli during the “Campus Connect & Talent Hunt – 2026” held on Saturday, April 11.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Dr. C. Kamalakannan, Principal of Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangalore.
Speaking at the event, Dr. C. Kamalakannan emphasized the importance of holistic education and encouraged students to explore opportunities that nurture both academic and personal growth.
Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Director of BKC, addressed the gathering and highlighted the institution’s commitment to excellence in education and student development.
The program was effectively anchored by Master of Ceremony Joyson Merinda, who ensured smooth coordination throughout the event.
During the event, a total of 36 meritorious students were recognized and awarded for their academic achievements. The initiative aimed to support and motivate deserving students in pursuing higher education.
More than 200 students from schools and colleges in and around Mangalore actively participated in the event.
Riyaz, Secretary of MIEF, Mangalore, delivered an inspiring message, encouraging students to take advantage of educational opportunities and career guidance initiatives.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Abdul Latheef, Principal of BIPUC, who expressed gratitude to the organizers, participants, and guests for making the event a grand success.
The program also featured career guidance sessions, a technical and science expo, and a food festival, making it an enriching and memorable experience for all attendees.
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