Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) national president H.D. Deve Gowda recently met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, discussing key issues. PM Modi praised Deve Gowda’s insights and commitment to India’s development on social media. The meeting has stirred discussions in Karnataka’s political circles.
Deve Gowda and his son, Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, organized a large rally in Hassan, urging people to oust the Congress-led government in the upcoming Assembly election. Deve Gowda had criticized the Congress government during a recent public convention, accusing them of targeting his family politically.
The meeting between Deve Gowda and PM Modi gains significance as Union Minister Kumaraswamy hinted at public support for his potential Chief Minister candidacy in 2028. Despite this, Kumaraswamy stressed his focus on guiding the state correctly, having served as Chief Minister twice before.
Deve Gowda took a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over vote theft allegations, attributing the party’s poor performance in the Bihar Assembly polls to this issue. He emphasized the strength of JD(S) under Kumaraswamy’s leadership and vowed to push for the inauguration of projects in Hassan.
Deve Gowda highlighted the resilience of JD(S) in the state, countering attempts by the ruling Congress party to weaken the party. He criticized the treatment of MLA H.D. Revanna and his family by authorities, alleging political motives behind their arrests and rewards for officers involved.
