Janata Dal (Secular) has launched a scathing attack on the Congress, alleging the misappropriation of public funds. The party specifically targeted AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala, accusing him of acting as a “collection agent” for the Congress.
According to JD(S), Surjewala’s recent visit to Bengaluru coincides with the announcement of Assembly election dates in several states. The party referred to him as a “super CM” of Karnataka and insinuated that his visit was connected to fundraising activities.
The JD(S) further claimed that the Congress leadership in Karnataka, including Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, was operating as per directives from the party high command. They alleged that the state had been turned into an “ATM” to gather funds for the central leadership.
The party also raised concerns about the Valmiki Corporation, alleging embezzlement of significant amounts of money that were purportedly used during elections in Telangana. Additionally, they accused the state government of taking commissions from contractors, leading to increased financial burdens on the public.
Senior leader Surjewala is scheduled to meet with Deputy CM Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today. Meanwhile, JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy, who is also the Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, has been vocal about alleged corruption in the current regime, claiming that commission payments for government contracts have exceeded 60 percent.
