Strength of BJP-JD(S) alliance not for street debate; K.R. Pet remarks misinterpreted: Nikhil
Nikhil Kumaraswamy, youth leader of the JD(S), defended the alliance with the BJP, stating that public debate on its strength is inappropriate. He emphasized that alliance-related decisions have been made at the national level and that workers' self-respect is a key aspect of the partnership. He clarified that he only stated facts during a party program regarding the K.R. Pet MLA, and that his election defeat should not be used to determine leadership in politics.
21 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
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Nikhil Kumaraswamy clarified that the BJP-JD(S) alliance's strength is determined at the national level and defended his statements regarding the K.R. Pet MLA's election defeat.
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