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BJP Criticizes Congress Amidst Leadership Uncertainty in Karnataka
Karnataka politics a 'game of thrones': BJP's Poonawalla hits Congress
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BJP spokesperson Shahzad Poonawalla likened Karnataka's political landscape to a 'Game of Thrones', highlighting ongoing power struggles within the Congress party. He questioned Congress' focus on governance versus internal conflicts, especially regarding OBC representation, as the party prepares to elect a new Chief Minister following Siddaramaiah's resignation.
- 01Shahzad Poonawalla, BJP spokesperson, criticized Congress for internal power struggles over the Chief Minister position.
- 02Poonawalla emphasized the need for Congress to address public issues like infrastructure and safety rather than focusing solely on power.
- 03The BJP questioned Congress' claims of OBC representation, citing a lack of leadership roles for backward classes within the party.
- 04Siddaramaiah resigned as Chief Minister, creating suspense over his successor, with DK Shivakumar expected to be nominated.
- 05A Legislative Party meeting is scheduled for 4 pm in Bengaluru to discuss the new Chief Ministerial candidate.
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BJP spokesperson Shahzad Poonawalla remarked that Karnataka's political scenario has resembled a 'Game of Thrones' for the past three years, marked by constant competition for the Chief Ministerial position among Congress leaders Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar. He raised concerns about whether Congress would prioritize power struggles over pressing public issues, such as deteriorating infrastructure and safety concerns in Karnataka. Poonawalla also criticized Congress for its claims regarding OBC representation, arguing that the party has not adequately provided leadership roles to backward classes. His comments come in the wake of Siddaramaiah's resignation, which has heightened speculation about the next Chief Minister, with DK Shivakumar likely to be chosen during an upcoming Legislative Party meeting in Bengaluru. Poonawalla's statements reflect the BJP's strategy to capitalize on Congress's internal conflicts as they prepare for the leadership transition.
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