NEW DELHI: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah claimed on Saturday that there exists significant anti-incumbency sentiment against the Narendra Modi government. He criticised the JD(S) for its alliance with the BJP in Karnataka, labeling it a “communal party,” and recommended that its leadership consider dissolving the party altogether.
“This time, whether it is in Karnataka or in the country, there is no Modi wave.BJP candidates are seeking votes in the name of Modi, they are dependent on Modi. There is a strong anti-incumbency against the Modi government,” Karnataka CM said.
Speaking to reporters, Siddaramaiah emphasised that in the absence of a “Modi wave,” there appears to be a prevailing atmosphere in support of the Congress and the INDIA bloc across the country.
In defense of the Congress’ campaign, which employed sarcasm by suggesting that the Modi government’s contribution to Karnataka was merely an empty ‘Chombu’ (a round water pot in Kannada), Siddaramaiah questioned, “Did they fulfill their promise of depositing Rs 15 lakh into every account holder’s bank? Did they generate 2 crore jobs annually? Did they double farmers’ income? Did the promised ‘good days’ arrive?”
Accusing JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy of adopting a “communal” stance following his alliance with the BJP, the chief Minister asserted that the JD(S) has forfeited its secular credentials.
“The JD(S) is now a communal party. Given their alliance with the BJP in Karnataka, it might be prudent for them to consider dissolving the JD(S),” he remarked. He further added that the BJP and JD(S), apprehensive of electoral defeat, have forged an alliance to contend against the independently fighting Congress.
Clarifying that the murder of Neha Hiremath in Hubballi does not constitute a case of “love jihad,” Siddaramaiah asserted that he vehemently condemns the incident. He added that the accused has been promptly arrested.
“Investigation will be done seriously and it will be ensured that the culprit is strictly punished,” the chief minister said.
Neha Hiremath (23), the daughter of Congress councillor Niranjan Hiremath in Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation, was tragically stabbed to death at BVB College campus.
The suspect, Fayaz Khondunaik, who fled the scene, was later apprehended by the police. Karnataka chief minister highlighted that the government is committed to maintaining law and order, emphasising the overall good situation in Karnataka.
He said, “We will condemn all acts of violence and ensure justice is served,” while also accusing the opposition of exploiting the incident for political gain. Murders happening at all times are a cause for concern.
(With inputs from agencies)
“This time, whether it is in Karnataka or in the country, there is no Modi wave.BJP candidates are seeking votes in the name of Modi, they are dependent on Modi. There is a strong anti-incumbency against the Modi government,” Karnataka CM said.
Speaking to reporters, Siddaramaiah emphasised that in the absence of a “Modi wave,” there appears to be a prevailing atmosphere in support of the Congress and the INDIA bloc across the country.
In defense of the Congress’ campaign, which employed sarcasm by suggesting that the Modi government’s contribution to Karnataka was merely an empty ‘Chombu’ (a round water pot in Kannada), Siddaramaiah questioned, “Did they fulfill their promise of depositing Rs 15 lakh into every account holder’s bank? Did they generate 2 crore jobs annually? Did they double farmers’ income? Did the promised ‘good days’ arrive?”
Accusing JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy of adopting a “communal” stance following his alliance with the BJP, the chief Minister asserted that the JD(S) has forfeited its secular credentials.
“The JD(S) is now a communal party. Given their alliance with the BJP in Karnataka, it might be prudent for them to consider dissolving the JD(S),” he remarked. He further added that the BJP and JD(S), apprehensive of electoral defeat, have forged an alliance to contend against the independently fighting Congress.
Clarifying that the murder of Neha Hiremath in Hubballi does not constitute a case of “love jihad,” Siddaramaiah asserted that he vehemently condemns the incident. He added that the accused has been promptly arrested.
“Investigation will be done seriously and it will be ensured that the culprit is strictly punished,” the chief minister said.
Neha Hiremath (23), the daughter of Congress councillor Niranjan Hiremath in Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation, was tragically stabbed to death at BVB College campus.
The suspect, Fayaz Khondunaik, who fled the scene, was later apprehended by the police. Karnataka chief minister highlighted that the government is committed to maintaining law and order, emphasising the overall good situation in Karnataka.
He said, “We will condemn all acts of violence and ensure justice is served,” while also accusing the opposition of exploiting the incident for political gain. Murders happening at all times are a cause for concern.
(With inputs from agencies)