Congress Lok Sabha MP DK Suresh has ignited a significant controversy with his recent remarks, suggesting that Karnataka should seek independence due to alleged unfair fund allocation from the central government. His statements, made in response to the Union Budget presentation by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, have drawn sharp criticism and condemnation from various quarters.
According to Suresh, Karnataka and other southern states are not receiving their fair share of funds from the central government. He claimed that funds meant for the South are being diverted and distributed to North India, leading to an imbalance in resource allocation. Expressing his frustration, Suresh asserted that the situation necessitates demanding a separate country for Karnataka, highlighting the perceived neglect of southern states in the budgetary allocations.
The inflammatory remarks by DK Suresh have sparked a heated debate, with political leaders and the public expressing strong reactions. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya condemned Suresh’s statement, accusing the Congress of perpetuating a divisive agenda. Surya highlighted how tax devolution to Karnataka has increased under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, countering Suresh’s claims of neglect by the central government.
Surya criticized the Congress for promoting division and discord, contrasting Rahul Gandhi’s efforts to unite the country through his ‘Jodo Yatras’ with Suresh’s divisive rhetoric. He emphasized the need for national unity and integrity, condemning Suresh’s remarks as detrimental to the country’s cohesion.
R Ashoka, another prominent BJP leader from Karnataka, echoed Surya’s sentiments, denouncing Suresh’s suggestion of seeking independence for Karnataka. Ashoka emphasized the importance of upholding the country’s integrity and sovereignty, emphasizing that divisive rhetoric undermines the unity of the nation.
The controversy surrounding DK Suresh’s remarks underscores the deep-seated tensions and regional disparities in India’s political landscape. While demands for fair resource allocation are legitimate, advocating for separatism as a solution sets a dangerous precedent and threatens the country’s unity.
In response to the backlash, DK Suresh and the Congress party have faced calls for accountability and clarification. The contentious remarks have reignited debates on federalism, resource distribution, and the role of regional identities in Indian politics.
As the issue continues to reverberate across political circles, the focus remains on fostering constructive dialogue and finding equitable solutions to address the grievances of all regions within the framework of national unity and integrity.
Dhairya Saraswat