Hubli:Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed disappointment over the lack of a response from the Prime Minister to the all-party delegation's letter regarding crucial projects like Mahadayi, Upper Krishna, and the Cauvery dispute. He emphasized the state's readiness to launch the Mahadayi project pending central approvals."
"Siddaramaiah criticized the Janata Dal (JDS) for joining hands with the BJP, stating that it reveals the party's lack of ideology. He highlighted the shift in JDS's stance from claiming to be secular to forming alliances with communalists."
"In response to farmers' protests over irregular power supply, the CM cited insufficient rains in August and the need for proper pumpset maintenance. Measures are being taken to purchase electricity from outside sources to address farmers' electricity supply issues."
"The CM criticized the exclusion of Congress leader Mallikarjuna Kharge, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, from the G20 meeting in New Delhi, calling it wrong."
"Siddaramaiah disclosed that a request has been submitted to the Union Government to revise guidelines for providing relief to drought-declared areas, emphasizing the need for timely assistance from the central government."
"He clarified that he has no interest in national politics despite some party supporters hoping for him to become Prime Minister, stating that in a democracy, anyone can aspire to hold the position."
"The CM announced an investigation into the distribution of low-quality uniforms under the Vidyavikas scheme from Karnataka textiles organization, with the aim of holding those responsible accountable and seeking repayment of the amount paid for the uniforms."