Belur criticises MP over Sigandur bridge inauguration row
He accused him of having a "fox mentality" and deliberately scheduling the event hastily to exclude state govt representatives.
He urged CM Siddaramaiah to take disciplinary action against govt officials who attended the Sigandur bridge inauguration on Monday, despite the CM's instructions.
The 2.44 km-long cable bridge, built at a cost of Rs 473 crore, was opened to traffic by the Union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday amidst political rumblings over protocol lapse.
Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, the Congress MLA attacked Raghavendra, who is a MP and son of former CM BS Yeddiyurappa and brother of BY Vijayendra, state BJP chief. Velur noted that the BJP's late invitation to the CM, merely five days before the event, suggested a deliberate attempt to prevent the CM's attendance. He clarified that while Congress supports regional development, they questioned the breach of the CM's protocol, explaining their absence from the event.
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However, Raghavendra expressed his discontent with Congress functionaries. Speaking to reporters here, he said: "I must express my disappointment and frustration over the petty behaviour displayed by some politicians from our district. Their desperation was palpable."
He noted that rising water levels would affect barge operations, and his request for an earlier inauguration was disregarded. He expressed satisfaction at ministers and MLAs visiting the bridge, but criticised attempts to diminish the event's importance.
Employment opportunities
Belur discussed the Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project, which aims to generate 2000 MW of electricity to address state power shortages. The project promises employment opportunities and compensation for affected families, with assured implementation, he said.
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