BJP demands ouster of Karnataka minister for skipping flag hoisting, citing insult to nation
On Friday, the BJP demanded the dismissal of Karnataka Housing Minister B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan from the Cabinet after he opted out of hoisting the national flag at Vijayanagara on Independence Day, citing lack of time. BJP member .S. Sunil Kumar questioned his fitness for office during a heated exchange in the Legislative Assembly shortly after Congress member G.S. Patil was elected Speaker. Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara defended Mr. Zameer, citing health reasons, while Mr. Sunil Kumar urged not defending but making alternative arrangements. BJP members accused Mr. Zameer of insulting the nation and mixing unrelated issues with alleged Pakistan slogans at Vidhana Soudha. Published August 14, 2026.
15 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
BJP demands ouster of Karnataka minister for skipping flag hoisting, citing insult to nation
— The Hindu
Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil defended Housing Minister B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan's decision to decline Independence Day celebrations, despite BJP accusations of anti-national sentiment.
— The Hindu
Basanagouda Patil Yatnal demanded the cancellation of Zameer Ahmed Khan's legislative membership and proposed constitutional amendments to prevent flag-disrespecting individuals from holding office.
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