Referring to the encroachment controversy in Bengaluru, Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy addressed the issue at a public convention in Hassan. He emphasized that the Janata Dal (Secular) was not responsible for people forced to sleep on the streets due to demolitions in freezing conditions. Kumaraswamy questioned the delay in providing promised houses to those affected by the demolitions.
Kumaraswamy highlighted the plight of people in Thanisandra and Kogilu Layouts who lost their homes and are now homeless. He criticized the Congress government for its welfare-centric approach, citing the state’s increasing debt burden. The Minister also warned government officials about the consequences of succumbing to pressure.
Reflecting on his political journey, Kumaraswamy shared his accidental entry into politics and his tenure as Chief Minister. He criticized the government’s focus on guarantees and its failure to address social issues effectively. The Minister also raised concerns about alleged misconduct within the state administration.
