Responding to the removal of unauthorized constructions in Bengaluru’s Kogilu locality near Yelahanka, the Karnataka BJP criticized the Congress-led government, questioning its governance. A delegation from the State Human Rights Commission, led by Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, is visiting the site to assess the situation. The controversy arose after Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan accused the Karnataka government of using a ‘bulldozer model’ to evict Muslims in parts of Bengaluru.
BJP State General Secretary V. Sunil Kumar expressed concerns over the government’s actions, highlighting the involvement of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Karnataka’s administration. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah acknowledged the issue and promised alternative arrangements for those affected. Sunil Kumar criticized the government’s approach as a move to secure minority votes in the Kerala elections, calling it an obsession with power.
The Karnataka Congress-led government’s decisions have sparked criticism, with accusations of dragging Karnataka’s dignity into political maneuvers for the Kerala elections. Despite the backlash, the government assured residents of housing facilities and support. The State Human Rights Commission delegation, led by Chairman Sham Bhat, is conducting inspections and addressing grievances at the site.
Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar defended the government’s actions, emphasizing the need to address illegal constructions promptly. He assured assistance to eligible residents and emphasized the importance of protecting government land from encroachment. The All India Congress Committee raised concerns over the demolition drive, urging caution and sensitivity in handling such situations. AICC General Secretary K.C. Venugopal stressed the need for compassion in addressing the human impact of such actions.
