Karnataka JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy held a crucial meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP national president J P Nadda in the capital city, focusing on strategic preparations for the imminent Lok Sabha elections. The meeting, which took place at Shah's residence in Delhi, witnessed the presence of Kumaraswamy's son and JDS youth wing state president Nikhil Kumaraswamy, along with former MP Kupendra Reddy.
During the extensive 45-minute discussion, the leaders delved into various aspects of state politics, including seat sharing and alliance concerns. Kumaraswamy, in a statement, disclosed that Shah assured him of addressing JD(S)' formal entry into the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and seat allocation post the completion of the Rama temple consecration in Ayodhya, in the presence of Nadda.
Emphasizing unity, the leaders expressed unanimous agreement on securing victory in all 28 Lok Sabha constituencies in Karnataka, advocating for Narendra Modi's return as the Prime Minister. Shah and Nadda underscored the need for BJP and JD(S) to collaborate closely, basing decisions on trust and faith, to effectively navigate the upcoming elections.
Kumaraswamy highlighted a prevailing "strong anti-incumbency wave" against the Congress government in Karnataka, a concern discussed during the meeting. The leaders explored strategies to bring the failures of the state government to the forefront, aiming to resonate with the electorate.
In September of the previous year, JD(S) formally joined the NDA following discussions between Kumaraswamy, Shah, and Nadda in New Delhi. Both parties affirmed their commitment to jointly contest the forthcoming general elections in Karnataka, solidifying their alliance for the political challenges ahead.
(With Agency Inputs)
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