Insta
AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi. (Sonu Mehta/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)
While both the national parties in Karnataka are busy with their temple runs and mutt marathons, the Janata Dal (Secular), which may emerge as the kingmaker should there be a hung assembly, is all set to woo the Muslim voters in the state by joining hands with the mercurial minority leader and All India Majlis e-Ittehadul Muslimeen chief Asaduddin Owaisi.
As reported by Vijayavani, Owaisi announced that his party would field no candidates in the upcoming elections in the state, but instead support the JD(S) for ‘ a non-Congress and non-BJP government in Karnataka’.
Former Karnataka Chief Minister (CM) and Janata Dal (Secular) leader HD Kumaraswamy is said to have received the support of the minority leader on the recommendation of the Telangana Chief Minister K C Chandrashekhar Rao, who also pledged his support to the JD(S). “This has given us an opportunity to instil faith among Muslims,”said the former CM.
“This is an apt response to the Congress that was trying to create confusion among the minorities against the JD(S),” added Kumaraswamy who also tweeted thanking Owaaisi for his ‘unconditional support’.
Leader of opposition Jagadeesh Shettar insinuated saying “a party which calls itself secular is receiving the support of communal forces”.
Former Prime Minister H D Devegowda welcomed Owaisi’s support.
“Owaisi is not a person who shows disrespect towards Hindus. He is someone who doesn’t refrain from revolt when there is injustice towards minorities,” he said.
Introducing ElectionsHQ + 50 Ground Reports Project
The 2024 elections might seem easy to guess, but there are some important questions that shouldn't be missed.
Do freebies still sway voters? Do people prioritise infrastructure when voting? How will Punjab vote?
The answers to these questions provide great insights into where we, as a country, are headed in the years to come.
Swarajya is starting a project with an aim to do 50 solid ground stories and a smart commentary service on WhatsApp, a one-of-a-kind. We'd love your support during this election season.
Click below to contribute.
Latest