BJP Mocks Congress Leadership in Karnataka Amidst Power Struggle

Amid the ongoing leadership dispute in Karnataka, the BJP has criticized the Congress high command and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, suggesting they are incapable of resolving the situation. R. Ashoka, the Leader of the Opposition in the state Assembly, highlighted the conflicting statements from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar regarding their positions. Ashoka pointed out that the Congress high command is distancing itself from the issue, leaving the state leaders to find a solution. He emphasized the ineffectiveness of the Congress leadership, citing AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks as evidence. The power struggle between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar is seen as hindering Karnataka’s progress, with both leaders claiming different agreements with the party high command. The situation is expected to escalate further with Shivakumar’s upcoming visit to Delhi and Siddaramaiah’s potential participation in the Congress Working Committee meeting. Sources suggest Shivakumar’s visit to Delhi may involve discussions on the river interlinking project and a meeting with Rahul Gandhi.