Kollegala: BJP candidate from Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency, S Balaraju, made an emotional appeal to his supporters, stating that this would be his final election and urging them not to abandon him but to bless him.

Addressing a gathering of party workers in the town, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contest, stating, "There is a lot of struggle and hard work in politics, and there is no price for honest people. I had intended to retire from politics, as newcomers often get the chance. However, this time, due to the grace of Male Madeshwara and the blessings of Biligiranganath, I got the party's ticket. If I win this Lok Sabha election, it will be like winning eight times, representing eight assembly constituencies."

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Balaraju also addressed a previous incident where he had publicly acknowledged falling at the feet of Yediyurappa, stating, "I had fallen at Yeddyurappa's feet. His feet are sacred to me, and he is like a father figure, guiding me politically. My father maintained that there was nothing wrong in showing respect in this manner."

The meeting was attended by BJP State Vice President N Mahesh, BJP District President Niranjan Kumar, and other party workers.

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Kochi (Kerala) (PTI): RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Monday said individual prosperity can be achieved only when the country is prosperous and secure.

He was addressing a gathering after inaugurating a two-day convention of Balagokulam, a cultural organisation for students affiliated with the RSS, here.

Bhagwat said prosperity and security cannot be achieved in isolation.

"When the country is prosperous and safe, families too attain prosperity and security. When individuals work for the prosperity and safety of the nation, they too become prosperous," he said.

He added that people are often encouraged to contribute towards nation-building.

Referring to the youth, Bhagwat said there is often confusion over whether to focus on personal career growth or work for the country's development.

"There should be no confusion as career building and working for the nation are not contradictory. The key lies in choosing the right path," he said.

As part of the inauguration, Bhagwat offered floral tributes to Lord Krishna.

He also interacted with children participating in the Balagokulam event.