Bengaluru, Feb 19 (NationPress) The Karnataka unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) commenced its State Executive meeting in Bengaluru on Thursday at Palace Grounds. The event was inaugurated by Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat at Gayatri Grand, in the presence of notable national and state leaders.

Shekhawat expressed his belief that the BJP will achieve a majority in the forthcoming 2028 State Assembly elections.

During his address, he emphasized that the BJP State Executive meeting was not just an organizational event but a reflection session for introspection and assessment.

He indicated that the meeting aimed to align with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India, reiterating the party's commitment to ousting a government he labeled as corrupt and regaining control in Karnataka. He drew inspiration from the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj for the party’s leadership and cadre across the nation.

Shekhawat described the BJP as a movement anchored in cultural nationalism, recalling former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s words about the BJP's potential to dispel darkness and allow the lotus to flourish.

This was characterized as a call to ideological renewal and organizational revitalization. He noted that the Bharatiya Jana Sangh was the party's foundational seed, which has since blossomed into the world’s largest political organization, thanks to its founders and dedicated grassroots workers.

He commended former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa for significantly fortifying the party's presence in Karnataka.

Shekhawat remained optimistic about the BJP's return to power in the state with a significant majority by 2028, crediting early party workers for establishing the current strength through their unwavering commitment.

He criticized the Congress party for its historical imposition of the Emergency, recalling the jailing of opposition leaders during that time.

He underscored the irony of those responsible for the Emergency now claiming democracy is under threat, calling it misleading.

Shekhawat asserted that Karnataka needs to endorse the BJP to contribute to the overarching national vision of transforming India into a developed nation under Modi's leadership.

He accused the current administration of corruption and financial mismanagement, citing the MUDA scam and other alleged irregularities. He condemned what he called inefficient governance, stating that conflicts over the Chief Minister's position have plagued the government from the outset, disrupting effective administration.

He noted rising public skepticism regarding the status and viability of government guarantee schemes, claiming the state’s debt has surged under the current regime.

Additionally, he accused the government of marginalizing Hindus, asserting that the people of Karnataka would respond to these issues through democratic avenues.

He urged party members to mobilize for success in forthcoming local body elections and other contests, emphasizing the need to bolster the BJP's grassroots presence throughout the state.

Labeling this as a time of testing and preparation, he encouraged party workers to engage with the public directly, highlighting the failures and governance issues associated with the Congress administration.

National General Secretary and Karnataka in-charge Radha Mohan Das Agarwal also voiced confidence in the BJP's prospects for the 2028 Assembly elections. He praised the party's ongoing struggles and organizational efforts, criticizing attempts to restrict RSS activities. He further alleged that Muslims are receiving preferential treatment compared to Scheduled Castes, denouncing the current administration as corrupt and discriminatory.

The meeting was chaired by BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra, with the presence of Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi, Shobha Karandlaje, and V. Somanna, along with Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka, Legislative Council Opposition Leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, co-in-charge P. Sudhakar Reddy, former Chief Ministers B.S. Yediyurappa, D.V. Sadananda Gowda, and Jagadish Shettar, former Deputy Chief Ministers Govind Karjol and C.N. Ashwathnarayan, and other key party members.