India

PM Blames Congress for Bengaluru’s Water Woes, Siddaramaiah Hits Back

Days ahead of the Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the ruling Congress, blaming them for Bengaluru’s recent water crisis and criticizing their governance. He accused Congress of neglecting the tech hub and transforming it into a “tanker city.” In response, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah questioned Modi’s absence during Karnataka’s floods and droughts, calling into question the sincerity of Modi’s claim to work 24×7 for the people.

PM Modi rallied support for his party, promising to propel India into global leadership across various sectors like green energy, pharma, and electronics. He emphasised his dedication to the country’s progress and pledged to make India a developed nation by 2047. He also highlighted collaborations between the BJP and Janata Dal-Secular to address the aspirations of Karnataka’s people.

Also read: PM Modi Takes Swipe at Sonia Gandhi and Manmohan Singh in Rajasthan: “Chunav Nahi Jeet Sakte”

In contrast, Siddaramaiah criticized the BJP’s handling of farmers’ issues, pointing out discrepancies in central assistance under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme and accusing the BJP of being anti-farmer. He questioned the Modi government’s commitment to farmers, especially in light of the recent farmers’ protests and the lack of support for Minimum Support Price legislation.

The political exchanges underscored the intensifying competition between the BJP and Congress-JD(S) alliance for Karnataka’s 28 Lok Sabha seats. As the election approaches, rhetoric on governance, development, and farmers’ welfare will likely continue to dominate the discourse.

Kavya Bhatt

Recent Posts

Five Districts In Manipur Face Internet Shutdown Following Unrest

Manipur suspended internet in five districts for five days after protests over arrest of a…

13 mins ago

Shashi Tharoor Criticises Pakistan: “In Pakistan You Get Rewarded For Promoting Terrorism”

Shashi Tharoor condemns Pakistan’s treatment of Dr Shakil Afridi, who helped the US locate Osama…

27 mins ago

How To Read Food Labels & Make Smarter Grocery Choices

Reading food labels helps you make informed, healthier choices by understanding nutrition facts & picking…

50 mins ago

JP Nadda Slams Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Match-Fixing’ Claims As ‘Desperation Of Losing’ Polls

Rahul Gandhi's opinion piece appeared in a national daily and sparked political uproar. Opposition parties…

13 hours ago

Poverty In India Reduced Via Tangible Boost In Household Living Standards, Incomes

In 2022–23, poverty under the revised $3.00 line stood at just 5.25 per cent in…

13 hours ago

Chhattisgarh: Seven Maoists Killed In Indravati National Park Operation

Five Maoists were killed in two separate encounters with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district,…

14 hours ago