HDK to attend cabinet meeting: Nikhil
Mandya: JD(S) youth wing president
Nikhil Kumaraswamy
on Monday provided an update on the health of
Union minister
HD Kumaraswamy
, who is his father, stating that the minister is in good health and currently in Delhi."He will attend the Cabinet meeting scheduled for May 14.
There is no cause for concern. My father's well-being is protected by the blessings of his parents and divine grace," Nikhil said, thanking the public for their continued support and prayers.Addressing allegations made by deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar regarding the collection of Rs 5,000 from citizens for site allotment in Channapatna, Nikhil said, "These are political accusations.
People are aware of the contributions made by Kumaraswamy and former PM HD Deve Gowda to the development of Ramanagara district. As for the Rs 5,000 collection, I am not aware of any such instance."Nikhil also spoke about the party's plans for the upcoming local body elections. "Starting in June, statewide programmes will be launched to strengthen the party. Teams will be formed, and preparations are already under way," he confirmed.Commenting on the recent conflict involving Pakistan, Nikhil strongly supported the Union govt's response. "The terrorist attack in Pahalgam was a grave incident. Our women lost their sacred kumkum. Operation Sindhoor was our strong reply, led by Prime Minister Modi. Though there is talk of a ceasefire, attacks in Srinagar prove otherwise. The unrest within Pakistan continues, and our Prime Minister will respond appropriately," he said.
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