Congress struggling to find candidates for LS polls: Basavaraja Bommai
Bengaluru: Basavaraja Bommai, the leader of the opposition, has criticised the Congress party, stating that it is facing difficulties in finding candidates willing to contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections due to fears of losing. He also mentioned that even ministers are hesitant to contest.
In a media interaction, Bommai highlighted the innovative approach taken this time in selecting candidates. He mentioned that candidates like Dr. Manjunath, who saved the health of millions, and Maharaja Yaduveer Wadiyar were chosen to send a positive message in South Karnataka.
Bommai spoke on the significance of the Wodeyar family in the development of South India, particularly in uplifting backward classes. He stated that South Karnataka is pleased with the decision to field candidates from the Wadiyar family, indicating a transition from the old guard to new leadership, a move he believes is only possible in the BJP.
Adding to this, Bommai mentioned that there is a lack of confidence among Congress ministers, with some fearing defeat. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar also stated that MPs who did not receive tickets are in contact with the Congress, indicating a challenge in finding candidates willing to contest under the party's banner.
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Kumaraswamy accuses Cong govt of 'neglecting' farmers in Karnataka
Mysuru (PTI): Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Tuesday accused the Congress government in Karnataka of "neglecting" the farmers in the state and being involved in corruption.
The JD(S) leader took part in an event where President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli in Mandya district, which comes under his Lok Sabha constituency.
"I saw a report that 2,800 farmers have died by suicide after this government came to power (in state). The government seems to be not concerned about the farmers. This government on coming to power said that it will give Rs 24,000 crore as loan to 32 lakh farmers for their farming activities, but till November, about Rs 12,000 crore has been paid to 24 lakh farmers, limiting to what was there earlier by managing the books of account," Kumaraswamy said.
Speaking to reporters here, he said, "These things show the failures of this government. Also, there is a corrupt system. I will not speak about it now. After December 20, I will speak to you in detail. There are a lot of issues to share with you."
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Responding to a question, the JD(S) leader, who turned 66 today, said there is no use of giving any documents. "I'm waiting for the right time."
Regarding the Congress government introducing a bill against "hate speech" in the Assembly, Kumaswamy said it is aimed at silencing the opposition in the state, but they won't be successful.
"What do Congress leaders have to say about their workers' comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi?. He cited slogans -- 'Modi teri kabr khudegi, aaj nahi to kal khudegi' (Modi's grave will be dug.. if not today, then tomorrow) -- allegedly raised against Modi at a Congress rally in Delhi on Sunday.
