R Ashoka
Karnataka Political Divide: Congress Pushes to Revive Tipu Jayanti Celebrations Amid BJP Opposition
Dec 09, 2025 04:51 pm CST
The Karnataka Congress has reignited the controversial debate over Tipu Jayanti celebrations with MLA Vijayanand Kashapanavvar urging the government to resume state-sponsored events honoring the 18th-century ruler. The proposal has drawn support from Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar but faces strong opposition from BJP leaders, who continue to criticize Tipu Sultan's legacy, highlighting the deep political and religious divisions that have surrounded these celebrations since their introduction in 2015.
Karnataka BJP Leader Predicts Congress Government Collapse Amid Infrastructure Crisis and Political Turmoil
Oct 21, 2025 06:34 pm CST
Karnataka's BJP opposition leader R Ashoka forecasts the collapse of the Congress government by year-end, citing Bengaluru's deteriorating infrastructure, investment flight, and internal political divisions. His critique highlights the growing public dissatisfaction with road conditions, traffic congestion, and alleged mismanagement of tax funds, further intensified by Google's decision to establish its AI hub in neighboring Andhra Pradesh instead of Karnataka.