In a development related to the Ballari violence incident, a Karnataka BJP delegation, led by party state President B.Y. Vijayendra, visited the home of deceased Congress worker Rajasekhar. They provided Rs 10 lakh as compensation to the family before a protest rally in Ballari city. The delegation included opposition leaders R. Ashoka, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, BJP MP Govind Karjol, B. Sriramulu, and MLA Janardhan Reddy.
Rajasekhar, a Congress worker, was fatally shot during a clash over a banner, leading to the arrest of three private gunmen linked to Congress leaders. The BJP alleges a conspiracy to target BJP MLA Gali Janardhana Reddy and is demanding a CBI investigation. Despite offering financial aid, Vijayendra stressed that no compensation can truly address the family’s loss.
Vijayendra urged the Congress government to transfer the case to the CBI for a thorough probe into Rajasekhar’s death. He accused Congress workers of involvement in the murder and criticized the state government for failing to maintain law and order. The BJP plans to proceed with a scheduled “Padayatra” while emphasizing the need for transparency and a proper inquiry into the Ballari incident.
The BJP leaders highlighted concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation in Karnataka, describing police stations as “Congress offices.” They criticized Home Minister G. Parameshwara and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for what they perceive as a lack of effective governance. Former minister B. Sriramulu clarified doubts surrounding Rajasekhar’s death, asserting that videos implicate Congress workers in the crime.
