Senior BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition, R. Ashoka, criticized the Karnataka government for the discovery of over 50,000 iron and folic acid tablets meant for schoolchildren found dumped in a toilet at a government school in Raichur district. Ashoka condemned the incident as a severe case of administrative failure, accusing the government of jeopardizing the health of underprivileged children. He expressed concern over the neglect of children’s welfare and questioned the government’s commitment to governance that prioritizes the people’s well-being.
Referring to the incident at Gurugunta Government School in Raichur district, Ashoka highlighted the inappropriate disposal and damage of the tablets intended for students. He emphasized that the incident goes beyond negligence, labeling it as a grave betrayal and a criminal act against the health and future of impoverished children. Ashoka raised questions about the accountability for discarding the tablets, the actions taken by officials following the incident, and the alleged attempts to shield those responsible for the negligence.
Ashoka directed criticism towards Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, questioning the vigilance of the Health and Education Departments in addressing such issues. He demanded immediate suspension of all officials and staff involved, advocating for criminal charges against those responsible instead of mere departmental inquiries. The BJP leader stressed the importance of holding the guilty parties accountable through legal action to ensure justice for the mishandling of essential medicines for children.
