Eshwarappa

KS Eshwarappa, a former Deputy CM of Karnataka and senior BJP leader has been expelled from the party for six years for running as an independent in the Shimoga Lok Sabha election, defying the party. Despite his expulsion, he supports PM Modi and faces BJP’s BY Raghavendra and Congress’s Geeta Sivarajkumar in the election. 

Veteran BJP leader KS Eshwarappa boldly announced his independent candidacy for the Shimoga Lok Sabha seat, challenging alleged familial dominance within the party. Seeking blessings at Jade Math, he emphasized restoring BJP integrity. Despite speculations, Eshwarappa clarified his decision stemmed from dedication to party values, not personal ambition.

Eshwarappa clarified that his decision to contest independently is not motivated by opposition towards the BJP or Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Instead, he pointed out concerns about the internal workings of the BJP in Karnataka, alleging dominance by a single family, an apparent reference to former chief minister BS Yediyurappa.

Karnataka's former Deputy CM, KS Eshwarappa, expresses disappointment over the BJP denying his son the Haveri Lok Sabha ticket. He criticizes BS Yediyurappa for the decision but maintains support for the party, urging internal reforms while praising PM Modi's leadership. Eshwarappa hints at potential future political decisions but remains loyal for now.

The Supreme Court grants temporary relief to Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and others involved in a 2022 protest march, issuing a stay order against ongoing proceedings. This exempts Siddaramaiah from personally appearing in the Karnataka High Court and halts its directive, allowing time for response to allegations within six weeks.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of Karnataka has challenged a fine imposed by the Karnataka High Court for his involvement in a protest that allegedly caused a public nuisance by blocking roads, taking his legal battle to the highest court in the country. A political protest held in April 2022, demanding the resignation of then-BJP leader KS Eshwarappa over allegations related to the suicide of a contractor, has sparked a contentious legal dispute. 
 

Former Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa faces controversy for advocating strict action against traitors, sparking a debate on freedom of speech. Davangere police issued a notice following a complaint. Eshwarappa defends his stance, emphasizing the need for laws against treason.

Minister of Industries and Infrastructure Development MB Patil of the Congress party rebuked the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its leader, KS Eshwarappa, asserting the pivotal role of the Congress in India's struggle for Independence. Patil emphasised that it was the Congress, not the BJP or Eshwarappa, that spearheaded the relentless fight against British colonial rule, ultimately leading to the country's freedom.

Former DCM KS Eshwarappa's condemnation of Congress MP DK Suresh and MLA Vinay Kulkarni's statements advocating for dividing the nation has sparked outrage. Eshwarappa called for a law allowing shooting of those making such statements, leading to a heated debate on free speech and national loyalty.

Former Karnataka Minister K. S. Eshwarappa announced plans to replace the Mosque in Kashi with a temple and build a Lord Krishna temple in Mathura. Drawing parallels to Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, he invited Sri Ramachandra devotees to Ayodhya's temple event, criticizing political exclusions. Eshwarappa praised Modi's growing support, criticized historical divisions caused by Congress, and connected criticisms of Modi to Priyank Kharge.

The BJP's new state president, B.Y. Vijayendra's inauguration saw key leaders' absence, hinting at internal rifts. Supporters of Vijayendra attended, while absence of Yeddyurappa-aligned leaders fueled speculation. Prominent figures voiced support for Vijayendra, aiming for 28 Lok Sabha seats under his leadership, emphasizing party unity and strengthening.

An income tax raid in Bengaluru revealed 42 crore rupees in cash hidden at the home of former Congress corporator Ashwathamma and contractor Ambikapati, raising suspicions of a Congress connection, potentially leading to legal challenges and investigations into money laundering and hawala transactions. The BJP alleges links between the seized money and the All India Congress Committee.
 

Former BJP minister KS Eshwarappa alleges a Congress link to the Rs 42 crore seized during an Income Tax raid in Bengaluru, implying it was meant for the All India Congress Committee. Other leaders seek an investigation into the money's origin and purpose.
 

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader from Karnataka, KS Eshwarappa has predicted that the political situation prevailing in Maharashtra will soon occur in Karnataka as well. Eshwarappa was responding to a similar sentiment expressed by Janata Dal-Secular leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy. 
 

While Prime Minister Narendra Modi likened the promised ban on Bajrang Dal to locking up Hanuman and his devotees, former deputy chief minister KS Eshwarappa burnt the Congress manifesto, and Bajrang Dal activists tore the Congress document, hit it with slippers and held rallies in several parts of the state demonstrating their protest.