Union Home Minister Amit Shah has called on Karnataka BJP leaders to escalate their campaign against the Congress-led state government, accusing it of rampant corruption and divisive politics. During a high-level meeting in Bengaluru, Shah met with senior BJP leaders including State President B.Y. Vijayendra, former CM Basavaraj Bommai, and Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka, offering strategic guidance ahead of the upcoming Assembly session.
🗣️ Shah’s Message: “Raise Your Voice Against Corruption”
Shah reportedly directed party leaders to “double their efforts” in exposing alleged corruption within the Siddaramaiah government. He also criticized the recent 15% minority quota hike in housing schemes, calling it an act of appeasement politics that undermines inclusive governance.
“The Congress government is turning Karnataka into an ATM for its high command,” BJP leaders alleged, citing an audio clip of Congress MLA B.R. Patil claiming bribes were demanded for housing allotments.
🔍 BJP’s Strategy and Internal Dynamics
- BJP plans to coordinate with JD(S) for a united front in the Assembly
- Senior leaders like Pralhad Joshi and B.S. Yediyurappa are working to resolve internal dissent
- The party aims to mobilize grassroots support ahead of Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections
⚖️ Congress Responds
While the Congress has dismissed the allegations as politically motivated, the BJP insists that “development has stalled” under the current regime and that “public sentiment is shifting” due to rising discontent over governance and transparency.
Stay tuned for more developments from Karnataka’s political landscape.
