Congress Protests Injustice, Corruption in Karnataka

The ruling Congress in Karnataka led by Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar staged a six-day protest in Bidadi against perceived injustices by the central government and corruption during BJP and JD(S) rule. The protests are also a response to a show-cause notice issued to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah regarding the MUDA scam.

The ruling Congress in Karnataka initiated a six-day protest in Bidadi, Ramanagara district, on Friday, decrying alleged injustices by the central government. The rally also targets corruption claims during BJP and JD(S) administrations.

Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who doubles as the Congress state president, led the agitation called 'Janandolana', riding pillion in a motorcycle rally. The movement aims to spotlight tax divulsion issues and efforts to destabilise the current Congress government.

The protests come amid tension surrounding a show-cause notice issued to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah by the Karnataka Governor over the MUDA scam. The Congress state unit has mandated participation from all senior leaders and elected officials in this demonstration.

(With inputs from agencies.)