Bengaluru: In a sharp rebuttal to former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy’s recent remarks, Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara has dismissed the JD(S) leader’s criticism as misguided and politically motivated. Kumaraswamy had claimed that a single incident exposed the failures of the entire state administration under the Congress government, sparking a heated political debate.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a public event in the capital, Parameshwara countered that judging the government’s performance based on isolated events is not only unfair but also a deliberate attempt to undermine ongoing efforts to maintain law and order. ‘One incident doesn’t define our entire system. We’ve made significant strides in curbing crime rates and improving policing across the state,’ he asserted emphatically.
The exchange stems from Kumaraswamy’s comments on a recent law and order mishap in the state, which he used to question the competence of the current dispensation. The JD(S) leader, who previously helmed the state in coalition with BJP, accused the Congress of mismanaging resources and neglecting public safety.
Parameshwara highlighted the government’s achievements, including the launch of new police stations, enhanced surveillance through CCTV networks, and community policing initiatives that have reportedly reduced petty crimes by 20% in urban areas. He also pointed to successful operations against organized crime syndicates, crediting the dedication of the state police force.
Political analysts see this as part of the escalating rivalry ahead of upcoming local elections. While Kumaraswamy’s party seeks to regain lost ground, the ruling Congress is keen to project stability and progress. ‘This is classic opposition tactics—amplify negatives and ignore positives,’ Parameshwara remarked, urging citizens to look at the bigger picture.
As the war of words intensifies, both sides are gearing up for more confrontations in the assembly and public forums. The public, however, remains focused on tangible improvements in security and governance, watching closely how these exchanges translate into action on the ground.