Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy Criticizes Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Over Shakti Scheme
In Bengaluru, Karnataka, Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy expressed his strong displeasure with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar’s statement regarding the ‘Shakti Scheme’, which provides free bus services for women in the state. Speaking in Tittamarahalli village, Kumaraswamy questioned whether women or divine intervention prompted Shivakumar to consider ending the scheme.
Kumaraswamy argued that the review of the Shakti Scheme is a pretense to phase out state guarantees like Anna Bhagya, Gruha Jyothi, Gruha Lakshmi, and Yuva Nidhi. He criticized the government for halting development projects and increasing taxes, which he sees as exploitation.
He further accused the government of making unrealistic promises to win elections, which he believes are ruining the state’s economy. Kumaraswamy urged the government not to destroy the future of the next generation and to avoid pushing the state into bankruptcy.
Former minister BC Patil and several leaders from JD(S) and BJP were present with Kumaraswamy during his statements.
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Union Minister -: A Union Minister is a member of the central government in India who is in charge of a specific department or ministry, like education or health.
HD Kumaraswamy -: HD Kumaraswamy is an Indian politician who has served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, a state in India. He is a member of the Janata Dal (Secular) party.
Deputy CM -: Deputy CM stands for Deputy Chief Minister, who is the second-highest-ranking official in a state government in India, assisting the Chief Minister.
DK Shivakumar -: DK Shivakumar is an Indian politician and the current Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka. He is a member of the Indian National Congress party.
Shakti Scheme -: The Shakti Scheme is a program in Karnataka that provides free bus services to women, aiming to make transportation more accessible and affordable for them.
Karnataka -: Karnataka is a state in the southern part of India, known for its rich culture, history, and technology hubs like Bengaluru.
State guarantees -: State guarantees refer to promises or commitments made by the state government to provide certain benefits or services to its citizens, like free education or healthcare.
Development projects -: Development projects are initiatives taken by the government to improve infrastructure, like building roads, schools, or hospitals, to enhance the quality of life for people.
Additional taxes -: Additional taxes are extra charges imposed by the government on goods, services, or income, which people have to pay on top of regular taxes.