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Shivakumar Says BJP Hypocrisy Will Surface Over Drought Delegation
Karnataka is facing a drought, which means there is not enough water and farmers may need help.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar wants leaders from all major parties to visit Delhi together.
They would ask the Central government for drought relief.
He said BJP leaders should join the delegation.
Shivakumar warned that refusing could show that their criticism is not genuine.
A Central team will visit Karnataka on October 3 to study the drought.
The state government says it will still help farmers if the Opposition does not cooperate.
Shivakumar also wants to discuss the Kasturirangan report with national leaders.
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar urged BJP leaders to join an all-party delegation seeking drought relief in Delhi.
Shivakumar said refusing to participate would expose what he called the BJP’s hypocrisy and lack of concern for farmers.
A Central team is scheduled to visit Karnataka on October 3 to assess the drought situation.
The state government says it will protect farmers’ interests even if Opposition parties do not join the delegation.
Shivakumar also plans meetings with Union ministers and the Prime Minister about the Kasturirangan report.
- Who
- Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, BJP leaders, Opposition parties, and a Central assessment team.
- What
- The Karnataka government is seeking central drought relief and urging an all-party delegation to visit Delhi.
- Where
- The drought situation is in Karnataka, while the proposed representation would be submitted in Delhi.
- When
- Shivakumar made the remarks on Monday; a Central team is scheduled to visit Karnataka on October 3.
- Why
- The delegation would seek assistance for drought-affected farmers and discuss the Kasturirangan report with the Centre.
Karnataka Government Position
BJP and Opposition Position
Joining the delegation
Karnataka Government Position
D.K. Shivakumar says BJP leaders should join an all-party delegation to seek drought relief and demonstrate concern for Karnataka’s farmers.
BJP and Opposition Position
Opposition leaders have refused to join the proposed delegation, according to the report; their specific reasons are not detailed.
Responsibility for farmer assistance
Karnataka Government Position
Shivakumar says the state government will take necessary measures to protect farmers even without Opposition participation.
BJP and Opposition Position
The article says some leaders are demanding farmer compensation of Rs 25,000 or Rs 50,000, while Shivakumar challenges them to seek that support from the Centre.
Key facts
- State
- Karnataka
- Chief minister
- D.K. Shivakumar
- Main issue
- Central drought relief for farmers
- Proposed action
- An all-party delegation would submit a representation in Delhi
- Assessment visit
- A Central team is scheduled to visit Karnataka on October 3
- Additional issue
- The Kasturirangan report
- Opposition position
- Opposition leaders have reportedly refused to join the proposed delegation
Quotes
D.K. Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister
“If the BJP does not come with the all-party delegation to submit a representation to the Centre on the state's drought situation, it will prove that their stand is nothing but a drama. If the BJP leaders in the state fail to convince the Centre, we will take necessary measures ourselves in the interest of farmers.”
thehansindia.com
“I will seek appointments with the Union Ministers and the Prime Minister to discuss the Kasturirangan issue. After getting an appointment, I will submit the necessary representation on behalf of Karnataka.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
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