Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy Discusses Political Strategies in Channapatna
In Mandya, Karnataka, Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy addressed concerns about attempts to create a rift between JD(S) and BJP in Channapatna, aimed at benefiting the Congress candidate. He assured that these plans would not succeed. Kumaraswamy emphasized JD(S)’s efforts in constituencies like Channapatna, Shiggaon, and Sandur, stating that Congress’ tactics would ultimately fail.
During a media interaction after inspecting a paddy field in Sitapura village, Kumaraswamy responded to rumors about CP Yogeshwar’s potential nomination in Channapatna. He clarified that JD(S) has already fielded a family member as the BJP candidate for the Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha constituency, hoping for reciprocal support from allies.
Addressing speculation about Yogeshwar’s candidacy, Kumaraswamy mentioned that he had not been informed of any discussions or proposals. He noted that Congress leaders allegedly meeting Yogeshwar aimed to create division within the NDA alliance, as Congress cannot win independently in Channapatna.
Kumaraswamy assured that there are no issues at the Delhi level regarding the Channapatna ticket, as he has represented the constituency for two terms. He explained that JD(S) is handling the Channapatna matter nationally, expecting BJP to reciprocate their generosity after JD(S) gave up the Bengaluru Rural seat.
Former minister CS Puttaraju, MLA Manjunath, JD(S) district president Ramesh, and other party leaders were present with Kumaraswamy. Channapatna will hold by-polls on November 13, following Kumaraswamy’s election to the Lok Sabha from Mandya.
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Union Minister -: A Union Minister is a person who is part of the central government in India and is responsible for specific departments or ministries, like education or health.
HD Kumaraswamy -: HD Kumaraswamy is an Indian politician and a member of the Janata Dal (Secular) party. He has served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, a state in India.
JD(S) -: JD(S) stands for Janata Dal (Secular), which is a political party in India, mainly active in the state of Karnataka.
BJP -: BJP stands for Bharatiya Janata Party, which is one of the two major political parties in India, known for its nationalistic policies.
Congress -: Congress refers to the Indian National Congress, a major political party in India that has been one of the oldest and most influential parties in the country.
NDA -: NDA stands for National Democratic Alliance, which is a coalition of political parties in India led by the BJP.
Channapatna -: Channapatna is a town in the state of Karnataka, India, known for its traditional wooden toys and crafts.
By-polls -: By-polls, or by-elections, are elections held to fill political offices that have become vacant between general elections.
Lok Sabha -: Lok Sabha is the lower house of India’s Parliament, where members are elected to represent the people of India.
Mandya -: Mandya is a district in the state of Karnataka, India, known for its agriculture and sugarcane production.
