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Former Karnataka CM H.D. Kumaraswamy launches padyatra, calls state government "most corrupt"
✍️ ANI News
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 02:36 AM
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H.D. Kumaraswamy announced a statewide foot march, accusing the Karnataka government of rampant corruption and saying the march aims to protect the state and the nation.
Former Karnataka chief minister H.D. Kumaraswamy on Monday launched a padyatra across the state, branding the incumbent government as the "most corrupt" in recent memory. The senior Janata Dal (Secular) leader said the march is intended to raise public awareness about alleged graft and to mobilise citizens in defence of Karnataka's interests.
Kumaraswamy explained that the foot march will cover key districts, with volunteers gathering signatures and holding public meetings to highlight perceived mismanagement in areas such as finance, infrastructure and law‑enforcement. He urged residents to join the procession, asserting that collective action is essential to curb corruption and safeguard the country's future.
Political analysts note that the padyatra marks a renewed confrontational stance by the opposition ahead of upcoming local elections. While the government has not responded publicly, officials are expected to monitor the march closely to maintain law and order.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of regional leaders using mass mobilisations to challenge ruling parties, and it underscores growing public frustration over transparency and accountability in state administration.
Kumaraswamy explained that the foot march will cover key districts, with volunteers gathering signatures and holding public meetings to highlight perceived mismanagement in areas such as finance, infrastructure and law‑enforcement. He urged residents to join the procession, asserting that collective action is essential to curb corruption and safeguard the country's future.
Political analysts note that the padyatra marks a renewed confrontational stance by the opposition ahead of upcoming local elections. While the government has not responded publicly, officials are expected to monitor the march closely to maintain law and order.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of regional leaders using mass mobilisations to challenge ruling parties, and it underscores growing public frustration over transparency and accountability in state administration.