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The recent political turmoil in Karnataka has reached a new peak with the Congress party staging a protest march towards the Governor's residence, known as 'Raj Bhavan Chalo'. This demonstration comes in response to the controversial decision by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to grant permission for the prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The Congress party has vehemently condemned this move, accusing the Governor of acting in a discriminatory manner and prioritizing certain cases while neglecting others pending before him.
The heart of the controversy lies in the perception that the Governor is selectively pursuing cases that could potentially weaken the Congress government. The party alleges that numerous other cases have been submitted to the Governor for his consideration, but he has chosen to remain inactive on them. This selective action, according to the Congress, reveals a bias against the ruling party and raises serious concerns about the Governor's impartiality. The protest march was intended to highlight these concerns and put pressure on the Governor to address the perceived bias.
The Governor's decision has been interpreted by the Congress as a politically motivated maneuver aimed at destabilizing the government. The party fears that this could set a dangerous precedent, allowing for the Governor to be used as a tool to undermine democratically elected governments. This perception has further fueled the tension between the Governor and the ruling party, leading to a confrontation that is likely to have significant repercussions for the political landscape in Karnataka.
Source: MUDA Case: Karnataka Congress' Protest March Towards Governor's Residence