Bengaluru, Feb 19 (NationPress) The President of the Karnataka BJP and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra stated on Thursday that party members need to work tirelessly to reclaim the BJP's former prestige in the state. He noted that even MLAs from the ruling party are contemplating dissent against the Congress government due to escalating dissatisfaction.

During his address at the inauguration of the BJP State Executive held at Gayatri Grand, Palace Grounds in Bengaluru, Vijayendra remarked that the Congress is primarily surviving in Telangana, Himachal Pradesh, and Karnataka, asserting that progress in Karnataka has stalled under the current administration.

He urged party members to stay alert regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls being undertaken by the Election Commission of India. He emphasized the necessity for transparency and accuracy in the electoral process and claimed that the Congress party is disseminating false information against initiatives aimed at reducing corruption and assisting the impoverished and marginalized.

Vijayendra noted that upcoming elections, including the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) election and two Assembly by-elections, one in the Bagepalli constituency, require organizational readiness and grassroots mobilization.

He highlighted the proximity of the 2028 Assembly elections and called on party members to amplify their efforts to restore BJP governance in Karnataka. He characterized Karnataka as the entry point to South India, urging the party to strive for a landmark electoral outcome in the forthcoming Assembly elections.

Vijayendra accused the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government of fostering an environment where violence against Hindu activists and members of Scheduled Castes has surged, pointing to incidents in Surathkal and Yellapur. He criticized the government for its failure to provide justice and compensation in cases, including the murder of a Dalit woman in Yellapur and a Dalit man in Koppal district.

He asserted that the law and order situation has severely declined under the current administration, accusing Mysuru, the birthplace of the Cauvery river, of becoming a center for drug-related activities. He also mentioned the tragic case of a 10-year-old girl from a balloon vendor's family who was raped and murdered during the Dasara festivities in the Chief Minister’s home district, condemning the government's management of law and order.

As the opposition, he stated that the BJP has consistently highlighted the alleged failures and inadequacies of the state government. With numerous elections on the horizon, including Gram Panchayat, Taluk Panchayat, and Zilla Panchayat polls, he implored party workers to reinforce organizational strength and secure electoral victories for the party.

Vijayendra accused the Siddaramaiah government, which he claims ascended to power under the banner of AHINDA, of engaging in appeasement politics and neglecting the needs of backward communities, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes.

He remarked that the BJP has risen to become the largest political party globally and that, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s guidance, India is steadily progressing towards becoming a global leader. He noted that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Union Budget aligns with the vision of establishing a developed India by 2047.

Vijayendra claimed that during the UPA government, India was not recognized economically on the global stage, but under Prime Minister Modi, India has now emerged as the world’s fourth-largest economy. He pointed to the improved foreign policy initiatives and diplomatic engagements that have enhanced India’s international standing, including trade discussions with the European Union and strengthened ties with the United States.

He further mentioned that over 25 nations have bestowed their highest civilian honors upon Prime Minister Modi, signifying India’s increasing global influence and leadership.

Present at the event were Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Pralhad Joshi, Shobha Karandlaje, and V. Somanna, along with Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka, Legislative Council Opposition Leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, National General Secretary and Karnataka in-charge Radha Mohan Das Agarwal, co-in-charge P. Sudhakar Reddy, former Chief Ministers B.S. Yediyurappa, D.V. Sadananda Gowda, Basavaraj Bommai, and Jagadish Shettar, former Deputy Chief Ministers Govind Karjol and Dr. C.N. Ashwathnarayan, Chief Whips Doddanagouda Patil and N. Ravikumar, MPs, MLAs, MLCs, former ministers, and State Executive members.