Political Protests Escalate in Bengaluru Amid 'Votes Theft' Allegations

BJP President B Y Vijayendra declared a protest against Congress's purported unconstitutional behavior, choosing August 5 as the date of demonstration, coinciding with Rahul Gandhi's protest against alleged voting fraud in Bengaluru.

Gandhi's accusations of 'votes theft' highlight growing tensions. Vijayendra criticized Congress's approach, linking it to dissatisfaction with Modi's governance. BJP intends to hold their protest near the Gandhi Statue in Vidhana Soudha despite being denied permission to use Freedom Park where Congress will congregate.

The BJP questions Congress's success in recent elections, opposing their claims of election malpractices. Vijayendra challenged Gandhi to present evidence of fraud, urging legal pathways such as approaching the Supreme Court or presenting proof to the Election Commission. He further demanded an apology from Gandhi for a fatal stampede attributed to Karnataka's leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)