BJP twisting my comments: K’taka Dy CM on ‘We don’t want Keralites’ remark
In a recent controversy, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar found himself at the center of a storm after his comments on the demolition drive in Kogilu were misinterpreted by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Shivakumar had stated that “we don’t want Keralites” in the context of the drive, which was aimed at clearing encroachments in the area. However, the BJP was quick to pounce on the statement, twisting it to suggest that the Deputy CM was making a derogatory comment about the people of Kerala.
On Tuesday, Shivakumar clarified his statement, saying that it was aimed at the Kerala government’s interference in the Kogilu demolition drive, and not at the people of Kerala. He accused Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar of twisting his words and trying to create a controversy out of a non-issue. Shivakumar stressed that he has always had cordial ties with the people of Kerala and respects them immensely.
The controversy began when Shivakumar made the comments during a press conference, where he was discussing the Kogilu demolition drive. The drive had been launched to clear encroachments in the area, and Shivakumar had stated that the Karnataka government would not tolerate any interference from the Kerala government in the matter. However, his comments were quickly picked up by the BJP, which began to circulate them on social media, claiming that the Deputy CM was making a derogatory comment about the people of Kerala.
Shivakumar was quick to realize that his comments had been misinterpreted, and he immediately issued a clarification. He stated that his comments were aimed at the Kerala government’s attempts to interfere in the Kogilu demolition drive, and not at the people of Kerala. He also accused the BJP of trying to create a controversy out of a non-issue, and of twisting his words to suit their own agenda.
The Deputy CM’s clarification has been welcomed by many, who have praised him for speaking out against the BJP’s attempts to create a controversy. Shivakumar has always been known for his straightforward and honest approach to politics, and his clarification has only reinforced this image. By speaking out against the BJP’s attempts to twist his words, Shivakumar has shown that he is not afraid to stand up for what he believes in, and that he will not be intimidated by the BJP’s attempts to create a controversy.
Shivakumar’s comments have also been welcomed by the people of Kerala, who have praised him for his respect and admiration for their state. The Deputy CM has always had cordial ties with the people of Kerala, and his clarification has only reinforced this. By stating that he respects and admires the people of Kerala, Shivakumar has shown that he values the relationships between different states and communities, and that he is committed to building bridges between them.
In fact, Shivakumar has gone one step further, stating that he will campaign in the upcoming Kerala polls. This move has been seen as a significant gesture of goodwill, and has been welcomed by many in Kerala. By offering to campaign in the Kerala polls, Shivakumar has shown that he is committed to building relationships between different states and communities, and that he is willing to go the extra mile to support his friends and allies.
The controversy over Shivakumar’s comments has also highlighted the BJP’s attempts to create divisions between different states and communities. The party has been accused of trying to create a wedge between the people of Karnataka and Kerala, and of using Shivakumar’s comments to further their own agenda. However, the Deputy CM’s clarification has shown that the BJP’s attempts to create a controversy have failed, and that the people of Karnataka and Kerala remain united in their quest for peace and prosperity.
In conclusion, the controversy over Shivakumar’s comments has been a significant one, highlighting the BJP’s attempts to create divisions between different states and communities. However, the Deputy CM’s clarification has shown that the party’s attempts to create a controversy have failed, and that the people of Karnataka and Kerala remain united in their quest for peace and prosperity. By speaking out against the BJP’s attempts to twist his words, Shivakumar has shown that he is a leader who is committed to building bridges between different states and communities, and that he will not be intimidated by the party’s attempts to create a controversy.
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