Shivakumar Rejects SIR Interference Charge, Says BJP And JD(S) Are 'Engaging In Politics'

Summary

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has rejected opposition claims that his government is interfering with the ongoing Special Summary Revision process in the state. Shivakumar accused the Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal of engaging in politics over the issue, stating that officials involved in the process are working under the guidance of the Election Commission of India. The Chief Minister has called on the people to protect their voting rights, as the house to house enumeration phase of the Special Summary Revision is currently underway in Karnataka.