Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Shivakumar Questions BJP on Ballot Papers, Case Withdrawals
D.K. Shivakumar, a top official, is wondering why the BJP is worried about using paper ballots in local elections.
He also talked about the government dropping some criminal cases, saying the BJP's supporters benefited too.
He pointed out that cases against him were dropped by the courts, and criticized those who didn't acknowledge the court's decisions.
He emphasized the need for fairness and noted similar actions had been taken in the past.
Shivakumar questioned BJP's reservations about using ballot papers in local elections.
He stated the decision to use ballot papers was made by the Karnataka government.
Shivakumar defended the withdrawal of 62 criminal cases.
He highlighted that BJP supporters also benefited from withdrawn cases.
He mentioned the legal system had cleared him of charges in the past.
- Who
- D.K. Shivakumar
- What
- Questioned BJP on ballot papers and defended case withdrawals
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Bengaluru
- Why
- To address concerns about local body elections and the withdrawal of criminal cases
- Key Player
- D.K. Shivakumar
- Main Topics
- Ballot papers, Case Withdrawals
- Ballot Paper Decision
- State government decision for local body elections
- Case Withdrawals
- 62 criminal cases withdrawn
- Cases withdrawn against
- Supporters of multiple parties, including BJP
- Shivakumar's Statement
- Defended the withdrawals, pointing out similar actions by others
Sources
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