Bengaluru’s Civic Body Poll Developments
Recently, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar of Bengaluru addressed media queries regarding the long-anticipated civic body polls. Speculations suggest that the elections might finally take place post-November.
Updates on Political Interactions
Shivakumar responded to reports of being excluded from closed-door meetings led by the Chief Minister. He emphasized that such interactions were based on feedback collected by the AICC General Secretary, Randeep Singh Surjewala, from MLAs.
Siddaramaiah, another prominent figure, embarked on individual discussions with party members to address concerns about project delays and other issues. The focus on delivering pre-poll guarantees has been cited as a reason for the pace slowing down in developmental activities.
Shivakumar’s Stance
Clarifying his position, Shivakumar stated that discussions with legislators, particularly on Bengaluru’s development, were already underway. He dismissed any suggestion of being sidelined and affirmed his commitment to addressing the city’s infrastructure needs.
Amidst criticisms from the opposition, Shivakumar asserted that the BJP should focus on resolving its internal conflicts before commenting on Congress affairs.
Support for Bengaluru’s Progress
Shivakumar defended the state government’s decision to establish the Greater Bengaluru Authority, highlighting its significance in aligning with the city’s evolving requirements. He mentioned preparations to present an affidavit to the Supreme Court regarding the civic polls matter.
Responding tactfully to Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks, Shivakumar acknowledged the senior leader’s sentiments and stressed the importance of expressing individual perspectives within the party.
Stay tuned for more updates.
