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BJP Seeks Action, Refund in Karnataka Valmiki Corporation Case
The Bharatiya Janata Party held a march in Ballari and adopted a list of demands.
It said money was allegedly misused in the Valmiki Corporation case.
The party wants the money returned and those responsible punished.
It also asked for help for farmers facing drought.
This help would include loan waivers and more electricity for irrigation.
The BJP raised concerns about welfare schemes, jobs and recruitment.
It requested investigations into alleged problems in several government programmes.
It also asked for better roads, regional development and local elections.
Finally, it called for stronger action against drugs in Karnataka.
The BJP adopted a 16-point resolution seeking return of the alleged Rs 187-crore Valmiki Corporation funds.
The party demanded action against everyone responsible, including the Congress high command.
Its resolution called for farmer relief, agricultural-loan waivers and increased power supply during drought conditions.
The BJP sought investigations into alleged irregularities involving welfare schemes, recruitment and the Karnataka Public Service Commission.
It also demanded infrastructure funding, regional development, local elections and action against drug trafficking.
- Who
- The Bharatiya Janata Party, which adopted the resolution after its Ballari Chalo padayatra.
- What
- A 16-point resolution demanding action over alleged financial irregularities and measures on farming, welfare, jobs, infrastructure and local governance.
- Where
- Ballari, Karnataka.
- When
- On Thursday, at the conclusion of the Ballari Chalo padayatra.
- Why
- The BJP said it was seeking accountability over alleged scams and government action on drought, welfare, employment, infrastructure and other issues.
Key facts
- Alleged Valmiki Corporation scam
- Rs 187 crore
- BJP resolution
- 16 points
- Agricultural loan waiver sought
- Loans of up to Rs 5 lakh
- Power supply sought
- At least 10 hours of three-phase power daily
- Government vacancies
- 2.5 lakh posts
- Road funding sought
- Rs 200 crore through the Public Works Department
- Gruha Lakshmi allegation
- The BJP described an alleged Rs 5,000-crore scam
Sources
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