The Karnataka State BJP alleged that Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is intimidating industrialists in the state. BJP President B.Y. Vijayendra claimed that various companies, including Ather Energy and Toyota, have relocated from Karnataka due to anti-investment policies. He questioned the actions of current state ministers regarding agreements with companies like Foxconn.
Many industrialists reportedly left Karnataka citing dissatisfaction with the Congress government’s investment policies. The State BJP President criticized the Deputy CM for allegedly threatening not only industrialists but also apartment associations. He accused the state government of failing in various aspects and resorting to intimidation tactics.
Vijayendra highlighted corruption allegations, referencing the recent raids on an aide of a Karnataka Housing Minister. He questioned the government’s response to corruption claims and criticized the Chief Minister’s handling of the situation. The BJP leader also criticized the Congress for its stance against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and highlighted the renaming of a government scheme as a point of contention.
The BJP President praised PM Modi’s initiatives, including sanitation projects and memorials for national leaders. He accused the Congress of lacking the same commitment to honoring historical figures. Vijayendra criticized the state government’s handling of key issues during the recent Assembly session, pointing out alleged mismanagement and lack of focus on critical matters. The BJP leader called for resolution of internal Congress conflicts before addressing state issues.
