Siddaramaiah takes jab at BJP for not electing Leader of Opposition even as govt completes 100 days
Mysuru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed deep concern over the absence of an Opposition leader in the state Assembly even after more than 100 days since the government's formation. He criticized the state's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), labeling it as feeble and ineffectual.
Addressing the media during his three-day visit to Mysuru on Monday, Siddaramaiah voiced his disappointment at the prolonged absence of an Opposition leader in the state's legislative body. He emphasized that this unprecedented situation has left the Assembly operating without an Opposition leader, hindering the proper functioning of democratic processes. The Chief Minister took a direct jab at the Karnataka BJP, asserting that the party's inability to appoint an Opposition leader reflects its own lack of direction and resources.
"We are currently witnessing a scenario where the Karnataka BJP is grappling with its own internal troubles, rendering it unable to designate a leader. The party seems to be facing a leadership crisis, and we are perplexed about the party's whereabouts within the state," Siddaramaiah stated with pointed criticism.
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Commenting on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Bengaluru, Siddaramaiah aligned with Modi's statement that he and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar were instructed by the Prime Minister's office not to greet Modi upon his arrival in Bengaluru. "We adhered to the directive we received and refrained from meeting him at the airport during his visit to the state capital on Saturday," Siddaramaiah explained.
Responding to queries about Congress members who defected to the BJP, the Chief Minister expressed openness to their potential return. He admitted uncertainty regarding their intentions but affirmed the Congress party's willingness to welcome back any individual who shares the party's ideology.
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BJP flags ‘suspicious’ circumstances in Kerala trekker Sharanya case, seeks probe
Madikeri (Karnataka) (PTI): The BJP on Wednesday demanded a thorough investigation into the case of Kerala trekker GS Sharanya, who went missing for three days and was later found.
Members of the BJP’s Kodagu unit lodged a complaint at the Napoklu police station, seeking a probe and stating that the case appeared suspicious.
Sharanya, who had gone on a trek to Tadiandamol hill near Kakkabbe, went missing and was later found on Sunday following a search operation by the police, forest department, and residents.
Kodagu BJP leader P Danoj submitted a complaint to the Station House Officer, seeking a proper investigation into the case.
Speaking on the occasion, he said the behaviour of Sharanya, who was found on the fourth day, had raised suspicions.
“It is impossible for anyone to survive in a dense forest for four days without food. Naxal activities are taking place in several areas, and this case has further raised suspicion,” he said.
He demanded that the police conduct a thorough investigation and inform the public of the truth.
Napoklu BJP Shakti Kendra president Ambikaryappa alleged that Sharanya’s disappearance could be a "publicity stunt".
“It appears to be a drama aimed at tarnishing the tourism prospects of our district. Moreover, it is suspicious that Sharanya, who was in the dense forest for four days, was found without any signs of fatigue,” Ambikaryappa said.
