Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah credits MLA E Tukaram for building 12,000 houses in Sandur

Ballari (Karnataka) [India], October 14 (ANI): Addressing the Sadhana Samavesha public meeting in Sandur Chief Minister Siddaramaiah showered praises on MLA E. Tukaram for for Building 12,000 Houses in Sandur and said Tukaram is a synonym to development.
"Since becoming MLA, Tukaram has brought Rs 1,200 crore in funds to Sandur. Tukaram means development, and development means Tukaram," Siddaramiah said.
The CM also inaugurated several projects and laid the foundation for new ones. He also dedicated completed projects worth over Rs 400 crore to the people of Sandur.
He further credited Minister Santosh Lad and E. Tukaram for development in the region. "Their efforts have made a significant difference in Sandur," Siddaramaiah said.
Calling for public support in the upcoming by-election, the CM urged people to teach the BJP a lesson.
"BJP is engaged in conspiracies and smear campaigns against me. Let's defeat them in the by-election," he appealed.
CM highlighted Tukaram's dedication to the Congress party, saying, "Tukaram contested the Lok Sabha elections because he valued the party's decision. He deeply cares for the people of Sandur. Leaders like him are rare, and I urge you to bless the Congress candidate in the by-election and continue your support."
Siddaramaiah reminded the crowd that the government has successfully implemented five key guarantees, costing Rs 56,000 crore. "We've fulfilled our promises, while BJP sits around spreading lies," he said.
He also criticized the BJP's claims that the state lacks funds, saying, "If that were true, how did Tukaram secure Rs1,200 crore for Sandur's development in just one year?"
The CM expressed frustration over the lack of financial support from the central government. "Karnataka is one of the top states in tax contributions, but we are denied our rightful share," he said.
"The BJP leaders, including Vijayendra, don't have the courage to demand Karnataka's dues from the Modi government. This is betrayal of the people of Sandur and Karnataka," he added. (ANI)